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The Restoration Ecologist will provide technical leadership on ecological restoration projects while assisting the Project Manager with project management functions from planning through implementation and project close-out. Oversee maintenance of restoration sites including managing weedy and invasive species, implement remedial planting and seeding, apply irrigation water as needed, and maintain irrigation systems.

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Environmental Assessment Services, LLC (EAS) is an established environmental services firm. Founded in 2005, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Natives of Kodiak since 2015, EAS specializes in environmental site characterization and assessment, compliance and permitting, natural and cultural resource management, and planning, among other disciplines.EAS is currently seeking a Restoration Ecologist. This is a full-time position located in the Riverside/Anaheim, California area.The Restoration Ecologist will provide technical leadership on ecological restoration projects while assisting the Project Manager with project management functions from planning through implementation and project close-out. The ideal candidate is a restoration professional who can lead and supervise ecological field work, mentor staff, and assist with managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, consultants, and regulatory agencies.Benefits:<ul><li>Our full-time employees are eligible for an outstanding benefits package that consists of medical, dental, vision, life / disability insurance and 401k with match.</li><li>The U.S. average salary range for this position is between $80k – $100k and will be based on factors such as experience, education, and location of the employee.</li></ul>Essential Functions:Technical & Ecological Leadership<ul><li>Oversee maintenance of restoration sites including managing weedy and invasive species, implement remedial planting and seeding, apply irrigation water as needed, and maintain irrigation systems.</li><li>Hire and supervise field crews for restoration site maintenance.</li><li>Prepare monthly restoration reports and technically review quarterly and annual restoration monitoring reports prepared by subcontractors.</li><li>Ensure that projects meet ecological performance standards and permit requirements.</li><li>For new projects, lead the design and implementation of ecological restoration projects (e.g. wetland, riparian, coastal, upland and habitat restoration).</li><li>Develop restoration plans, planting and monitoring plans and adaptive management strategies.</li><li>Conduct site assessments, vegetation surveys, and conduct baseline monitoring.</li><li>Analyze monitoring data and develop technical memoranda and reports.</li></ul>Project Management Assistance<ul><li>Assist the Project Manager with planning, scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation with the goal of eventual transition to the Project Manager role for a qualified candidate.</li><li>Track and document project progress, deliverables and timelines to ensure on-time and on-budget completion.</li><li>Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers and field crews.</li><li>Develop cost estimates, bids and change orders.</li><li>Serve as the project lead in client meetings and support communication with regulatory agencies and stakeholders.</li><li>Collaborate with engineers, planners, landscape architects and construction managers.</li><li>Promote safety, quality control and best practices.</li><li>Support proposal development, scope writing and technical reports.</li><li>Contribute to client relationship building and project pursuits.</li><li>Review project deliverables for compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, adherence to local and regional planning objectives, and meet project contractual requirements.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Restoration Ecology, Ecology, Botany, Environmental Science, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).</li><li>Minimum of 3 years of experience as an ecologist/botanist, and field experience with restoration projects. Wetland delineation experience is a plus but not a requirement.</li><li>Knowledge of California coastal plant communities.</li><li>Experience conducting biological field studies and preparing technical documents.</li><li>Proficient in the use of ArcGIS and Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.</li><li>Strong writing and reporting skills.</li><li>Experience assisting with project management tasks such as budgeting, scheduling and subcontractor coordination.</li><li>Valid driver’s license and ability to work in outdoor conditions</li></ul>Work Environment and Physical Requirements:The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This specific position requires regular outdoor field work in varying environmental conditions, including high temperatures, direct sunlight, humidity, wind, dust, and uneven terrain. Candidates must be comfortable working in hot weather for extended periods. The employee is frequently required, sometimes for extended periods, to walk, stand, or sit. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The employee is occasionally required to climb ladders or stairs; use hands to type, finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and get in and out of vehicles. The employee might occasionally lift and/or move small or large objects up to 50 pounds. The employee is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicle, prepare and analyze data, and work on computers.As a Federal Contract Employer, KOMAN Families of Companies follows Federal Laws as it pertains to drug testing. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo drug testing for commonly abused controlled substances in accordance with Federal Law. It is important to note although a State may have legalized a controlled substance, if the controlled substance is illegal per Federal Law, it is then considered to be illegal. KOMAN Families of Companies is a Drug-Free Workplace. Successful completion of a background and DMV record check also must be completed prior to hire.EAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.Preference will be given to Natives of Kodiak, Inc. 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Environment Assessment Services, LLC

Restoration Ecologist - Corona, CA

ArcGIS

Botany

Budget Management

Budgeting

Calendar Management

Change Requests/Orders

Communication Skills

Construction

Contract Requirements

Copying Machines

Cost Estimates

Customer Relations

Data Analysis

Driver's License

Ecology

Environmental Impact

Environmental Sciences

Environmental Work

Fax Machines

Federal Contracts

Federal Laws and Regulations

Insurance

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Management Strategy

Mentoring

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Product Family

Microsoft Word

Office Equipment

Photocopy

Physical Demands

Project Close-Out

Project Tracking

Project/Program Management

Proposal Development

Regulations

Regulatory Compliance

Reporting Skills

Resource Management

Restoration Ecology

Site Evaluation

State Laws and Regulations

Systems Maintenance

Team Player

Technical Leadership

Technical Writing

Time Management

Urban Planning

Writing Skills

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Paid Sick Days

Parking

Performance Bonus

Prescription Drug Coverage

Professional Development

401K

Childcare

Concierge Services

Stock Options

Subsidized Commuting

Employee Referral Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Events

Retirement / Pension Plans

Transportation Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Vehicle Allowance

Work From Home

Game Rooms

Health Care on Site

Life Insurance

Merchandise Discounts

Military Leave

On Site Cafeteria

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The primary role of the Restoration Ecologist/Technical Project Manager will be managing projects and/or tasks of various sizes, setting timelines and expectations for project teams, developing restoration plans and confidently overseeing implementation of restoration activities in the field, maintaining positive client relationships, assisting with business development and supporting preparation of scope/cost proposals for new projects. Individuals will be responsible for projects and tasks that involve innovative onsite restoration planning and implementation, environmental mitigation and conservation planning; multi-disciplinary teamwork with restoration ecologists, biologists, planners, permitting specialists, wetland scientists and landscape architects; and creative integration of natural resource analysis and project design.

**Company Description**
 
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
 
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
 
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
 
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
 
**Job Description**
 
**AECOM** has an exciting opportunity for a **Restoration Ecologist/Technical Project Manager** in our Orange or LA offices, with opportunities to work across Southern California (and potentially other western region States). This is a hybrid role (combination of remote and office based work).
 
This role will predominantly involve task leadership working with a team to implement and manage restoration projects across southern California. Individuals will be responsible for projects and tasks that involve innovative onsite restoration planning and implementation, environmental mitigation and conservation planning; multi-disciplinary teamwork with restoration ecologists, biologists, planners, permitting specialists, wetland scientists and landscape architects; and creative integration of natural resource analysis and project design. This position works with a variety of clients, travel to job sites, and will require field work.
 
The primary role of the Restoration Ecologist/Technical Project Manager will be managing projects and/or tasks of various sizes, setting timelines and expectations for project teams, developing restoration plans and confidently overseeing implementation of restoration activities in the field, maintaining positive client relationships, assisting with business development and supporting preparation of scope/cost proposals for new projects. The Restoration Ecologist/Technical Project Manager will be responsible for high-quality technical expertise in ecological restoration, including but not limited to preparing restoration plans and restoration annual reports, implementing restoration and long-term maintenance and monitoring programs, and developing appropriate performance monitoring methods. In addition, this role will involve adaptive management planning/implementation and assisting clients to achieve successful project results and regulatory approval.
 
Additional duties may include performing or overseeing botanical surveys, supporting rare plant mitigation programs, supporting mitigation banking and conservation planning, and/or assisting with various natural resources related projects and tasks.
 
**Specific duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:**
 
+ Performs as contributor and/or lead author on large natural resources documents such as Habitat Restoration Plans, Habitat Management and Mitigation Plans, Weed Control Plans, Special-status Plant Restoration Plans, and project reports; may also author Biological Technical Reports and Biological Assessments.
 
+ Participates in and/or leads meetings with clients and resource agencies.
 
+ Performs task and project management duties such as risk and safety management, budget planning, scope management, accounting updates, client progress reports, and regular invoicing.
 
+ Supports preparation of scope/cost proposals, for a variety of clients and project types.
 
+ Promotes safety culture and leads by example. Maintaining and implementing Safe Work Plans. May also oversee or prepare permit applications for federal, state and local regulatory entities.
 
+ Participates and/or leads restoration and/or botanical fieldwork efforts.
 
**About AECOM’s Environment Business Line**
 
Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.
 
AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.
 
**Qualifications**
 
**Minimum Qualifications:**
 
+ Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology or related field (e.g., Environmental Science, Watershed Planning, Natural Resource Management, Hydrology).
 
+ 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in a restoration/botanical related field.
 
+ Valid Driver's license is required for this role.
 
+ Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.
 
**Preferred Skills/Experience:**
 
+ 10+ years of experience in the restoration/ecology/botany field or advanced degree (MS) and 8+ years of restoration/botanical related experience.
 
+ A strong background in restoration ecology and ecological processes, as well as experience implementing restoration (e.g., container planting, seeding, and weed control), including making decisions on most appropriate method for individual project needs).
 
+ Experience in California and southwest U.S., including extensive knowledge of native and non-native flora and experience identifying in the field, as well as botanical skills, including keying plants using the Jepson manual.
 
+ Experience in biological survey fieldwork, including vegetation monitoring utilizing line-intercept, transect, and/or Releve methods, as well as experience with GPS and electronic data collection devices.
 
+ Knowledge of major state and federal agencies (e.g., USACE, USFWS, BLM, BOR, CDFW, RWQCB, and CCC) and major regulatory frameworks (e.g., NEPA, CEQA, ESA, CESA, CFGC, CWA and CCA).
 
+ Strong technical writing ability and experience completing Habitat Restoration Maintenance and Monitoring Reports, Mitigation and Monitoring Plans, Biological Assessments, and/or EIR/EIS sections.
 
+ Participates and/or leads restoration and/or botanical fieldwork efforts.
 
+ Task management experience and strong project management skills.
 
+ The ability to work independently and as part of a team; be innovative and a problem solver.
 
+ Familiarity with complex issues related to ecological restoration, wetland ecology, watershed planning, conservation planning, and/or natural resources planning.
 
+ Experience supporting proposal efforts.
 
+ Arborist Certification.
 
+ Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control.
 
+ Qualified SWPPP Practitioner.
 
+ Prior consulting experience is highly desired.
 
+ Experience overseeing restoration projects with a design element.
 
+ Restoration construction (earthmoving) planning experience.
 
**Additional Information**
 
Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $10000 to $125000.
 
**About AECOM**
 
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
 
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
 
**What makes AECOM a great place to work**
 
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
 
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
 
**ReqID:** J10150969
 
**Business Line:** Environment
 
**Business Group:** DCS
 
**Strategic Business Unit:** West
 
**Career Area:** Science
 
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
 
**Compensation:** USD 10000 - USD 125000 - yearly

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