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AECOM

Senior Ecologist

San Diego, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join our Southern California Natural Resources ... Focus on supporting career development of junior staff in the practice. * Participates in ...

AECOM

Senior Ecologist

San Diego, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join our Southern California Natural Resources ... Focus on supporting career development of junior staff in the practice. * Participates in ...

AECOM

Senior Ecologist

Orange, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join our Southern California Natural Resources ... Focus on supporting career development of junior staff in the practice. * Participates in ...

AECOM

Senior Ecologist

Los Angeles, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join our Southern California Natural Resources ... Focus on supporting career development of junior staff in the practice. * Participates in ...

AECOM

Senior Ecologist

San Diego, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join our Southern California Natural Resources ... Focus on supporting career development of junior staff in the practice. * Participates in ...

AECOM

Senior Ecologist

Orange, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join our Southern California Natural Resources ... Focus on supporting career development of junior staff in the practice. * Participates in ...

AECOM

Senior Ecologist

San Diego, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join our Southern California Natural Resources ... Focus on supporting career development of junior staff in the practice. * Participates in ...

AECOM

Senior Ecologist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join our Southern California Natural Resources ... Focus on supporting career development of junior staff in the practice. * Participates in ...

AECOM

Senior Ecologist

San Diego, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join our Southern California Natural Resources ... Focus on supporting career development of junior staff in the practice. * Participates in ...

Verdant

Junior Application Developer

Southlake, TX · On-site +1

$63K - $81K/yr

... ecological responsibility. We believe that our success is inextricably bound to the success of our ... Jr. Application Developer You are a Jr. Application Developer with a desire to join an innovative ...

Verdant

Junior Application Developer

Southlake, TX · On-site +1

$63K - $81K/yr

... ecological responsibility. We believe that our success is inextricably bound to the success of our ... Jr. Application Developer You are a Jr. Application Developer with a desire to join an innovative ...

EHS Support LLC

Senior Scientist - Ecological Services

$93K - $127K/yr

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You will also support ecological risk assessments for routine and complex scenarios under federal ... junior team members. The ideal candidate will have a strong environmental consulting background ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior ecologist in the United States is $52,462.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $57,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a junior ecologist?

To thrive as a Junior Ecologist, you need a foundational understanding of ecology, environmental science, and data analysis, typically supported by a relevant degree such as biology, ecology, or environmental science. Familiarity with GIS software, field survey equipment, and environmental data management systems is commonly required. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication skills help you excel in both fieldwork and reporting. These skills are vital for accurate ecological surveys, effective collaboration, and contributing to environmental assessments and conservation projects.

What challenges do junior ecologists face in their first year?

Junior Ecologists often encounter challenges such as adapting to fieldwork in varying weather conditions, accurately identifying plant and animal species, and understanding complex ecological data. Balancing fieldwork with desk-based reporting and learning to use specialized equipment or software can also be demanding. However, support from senior team members and structured training typically helps new ecologists build confidence and develop their technical skills over time.

What is a junior ecologist?

Junior Ecologists are entry-level professionals who assist in studying and managing natural environments, flora, and fauna. They typically support senior ecologists with field surveys, data collection, report writing, and environmental assessments. Junior Ecologists often work for environmental consultancies, government agencies, or conservation organizations. Their work helps ensure compliance with environmental regulations and supports conservation efforts.
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Senior Environmental Scientist/Ecologist

AtkinsRéalis

Henderson, NV • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Scientist/Ecologist to join our Henderson/ Las Vegas, NV office.
Your role
  • Conduct/participate in natural resource field investigations, including but not limited to waters of the US; potential habitat for threatened and endangered species; vegetative community; presence/absence surveys, specimen collection and handling; construction monitoring; and stormwater and erosion control monitoring and compliance.
  • Prepares technical report of findings; supports preparation of permits and NEPA documents and provides peer reviews of reports prepared by others.
  • Is an Authorized Biologist for Mojave Desert Tortoise.
  • Serves and as in-field team leader for junior staff and technicians and/or coordinates with other Authorized Biologists.
  • Responsible for planning field work and coordinating with various parties as to when and where field work will occur.
  • Serves as an in-field team leader for health and safety requirements, including the preparation of safety documents and adherence to company safety protocols and procedures.
  • Maintains field notes and other collected data in an organized and useful fashion to meet and safeguard project objectives.
  • Effectively communicate the results of studies performed to project management staff.
  • Support proposal scope, technical approaches, and fee estimates.
  • Serves as an in-field point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and various other parties.
  • May assist in the management of projects.
  • Occasional work in afternoons/weekends as project monitoring requires. Not typically on a regular basis.
  • Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

About you
  • B.S./B.A. or M.S. in a field of Natural Resources such as Wildlife Biology, Botany, Conservation Biology, Ecology. This level may be achieved by Scientists with minimum 8 to 10 years' experience since Bachelor's degree or 5 to 8 years' experience with Master's degree; typical incumbent has a minimum of 10 years' experience.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, technical writing, computer and communication skills desired.
  • The ideal candidate would have experience in identification of waters of the United States (including wetlands); Section 404/401 permitting including Nationwide Permits, related Pre-construction Notifications, Regional General Permits, and possibly Individual Permits.
  • Ability to obtain authorization from the USFWS
  • The ideal candidate will be familiar with regional flora and fauna.
  • Experience with Mojave Desert tortoise surveys as an Authorized Biologist is preferred.
  • Experience with BLM plant surveys and other rare plant surveys in California and Nevada preferred.
  • Impact analysis including NEPA and related documentation.
  • Stormwater and erosion compliance experience.
  • Wetland and stream condition assessment. Wetland and stream mitigation.
  • Basic stream hydrologic principles.
  • GIS skills and GPS equipment familiarity.
  • The successful applicant must have a general understanding of one or more of the following industries: infrastructure, transportation, state and local governments, or water quality.
  • Prior experience with the Las Angeles and Sacramento District of the USACE and NDOT projects preferred.
  • Experience with the Walla Walla and Portland/Seattle Districts of the USACE helpful.
  • Prior absence and presence survey experience as well as USFWS scientific permits or ability to obtain permits also preferred.
  • Routine travel is to be expected.
  • Must be confident working in harsh and inhospitable outdoor climates in the Western and Southwestern US during all times of the year.
  • Must maintain a keen awareness of safety protocols in the field and in the office.
  • Position may require use of company vehicle. Incumbent must have valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company policy.

Rewards & benefits
At AtkinsRéalis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.
Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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Additional information
Expected compensation range is between $85,000 - $115,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.
Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.
AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability
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