Senior Ecologist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $110,000 to $150,000

Join Our Facet Team

Facet is a fast-growing energetic civil and structural engineering and environmental consulting firm with six offices in Washington. We are engineers, scientists, arborists, landscape architects, planners, and more, with decades of experience working throughout the PNW and the nation.

Job Description

The Senior Ecologist will lead and support ecological and environmental initiatives and large-scale projects. This role involves providing technical expertise in natural resource management, regulatory compliance, and endangered species assessments for infrastructure, waterfront, and land development projects. The ideal candidate will be a recognized leader in the field, with a strong background in environmental regulations, permitting, habitat assessments, and species conservation planning. They will also play a key role in business development, client relations, and team leadership.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead ecological assessments and ensure compliance with ESA, NEPA, CWA, and related regulations.
• Manage species surveys, habitat assessments, and impact evaluations.
• Develop mitigation and conservation plans.
• Advise on permitting and integrate ecological needs into project designs.
• Prepare and review technical reports, biological assessments, and EIS documents.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agencies, and stakeholders; represent the firm at industry events and public meetings.
• Identify and pursue business opportunities, lead proposal development including scope, budget, and technical approach for environmental projects.
• Mentor junior staff and guide interdisciplinary teams; oversee environmental teams conducting biological and ecological assessments.
• Promote a culture of innovation, sustainability, and regulatory excellence across the organization.

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