Managing Consultant, Wetland Delineator/Botanist - Northern California

Description

Step into a role where your ecological expertise shapes the future of renewable energy infrastructure across Northern California. As a Managing Consultant, Wetland Delineator/Botanist at ERM, you will lead field‑based environmental work, guide teams, and influence project strategy while protecting critical natural resources with precision and integrity.

This position directly supports responsible power and renewable energy projects throughout the region. Your scientific rigor and regulatory insight will help projects meet environmental standards and advance sustainable progress.

You will lead high‑quality wetland delineations, rare plant surveys, and vegetation mapping that impact permitting and project viability. As a trusted technical expert you will produce defensible reports, oversee QA/QC, represent ERM with clients and agencies, mentor junior staff, and contribute to business development through proposals and cost estimates.

• Perform and oversee aquatic resource delineations using ESRI Field Maps and sub‑meter GPS.
• Conduct and supervise rare plant surveys, vegetation community mapping, and habitat assessments.
• Delineate wetlands and Ordinary High Water Marks per the 1987 Corps Manual and applicable Regional Supplements.
• Implement Regional Streamflow Duration Assessment Methods.
• Enter and review field data using Survey123, Wildnote, and other ESRI applications.
• Prepare biotic reports, jurisdictional determinations, and mitigation plans.
• Lead technical review and QA/QC for fieldwork and reporting deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients and regulatory agencies; represent ERM in meetings and public forums.
• Support business development through proposals, cost estimates, and project pursuits.
• Mentor junior staff and develop training materials.
• Assist with permit application development as needed.

Requirements

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a natural science field or equivalent experience, at least five field seasons conducting wetland delineations using the 1987 Corps Manual and its Regional Supplements, and strong proficiency with sub‑meter GPS, ESRI Field Maps, and map interpretation. Candidates must have excellent communication and collaboration skills, be able to work in adverse outdoor conditions, travel frequently (including weekends and on‑call duty), and hold a valid driver’s license.

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a natural science discipline or equivalent field experience.
• Minimum five field seasons conducting wetland delineations with the 1987 Corps Manual and regional supplements.
• Proficient with sub‑meter GPS, ESRI Field Maps, and map interpretation (NWI, USGS, aerial imagery).
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaborative abilities.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse conditions, hike challenging terrain, and travel frequently, including weekends and on‑call duty.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a company vehicle.
• Preferred: Master’s degree, experience preparing technical reports, jurisdictional determinations, mitigation plans, and supporting permit applications with USACE, CDFW, and EPA.

Benefits

The anticipated annual base salary ranges from $90,000 to $118,233, with potential bonus eligibility, and the position includes a comprehensive benefits package covering paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and retirement plans such as a 401(k).

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