Ecology Group Leader
Job Title: Ecology Group Leader
Location: Parsippany, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Senior (10+ years)
Preferred Certifications: CWB (Certified Wildlife Biologist) or PWS (Professional Wetland Scientist) - Preferred, not required
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Ecology Group Leader to join our dynamic environmental services team. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of expertise in ecological consulting, with a strong background in transportation and site design projects, particularly those involving NJDOT and NJTA. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker with a passion for environmental stewardship and a proven track record in wetland delineation, restoration, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a team of ecologists and environmental scientists on a variety of public and private sector projects.
- Oversee ecological assessments, wetland delineations, habitat evaluations, and restoration planning.
- Provide technical leadership on transportation infrastructure and site development projects.
- Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success.
- Prepare and review technical reports, permit applications, and environmental documentation.
- Mentor junior staff and foster professional development within the ecology group.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including NJDEP, USACE, and NEPA.
- Support business development efforts, including proposal writing and client engagement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in ecological services.
- Demonstrated experience with NJDOT and NJTA projects.
- Proficiency in wetland delineation, mitigation, and restoration techniques.
- Strong understanding of federal and New Jersey environmental regulations.
- Extensive leadership and supervisory experience, with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- CWB or PWS certification preferred but not required.
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