Senior Biologist / Project Manager – Utilities

Contribute to client outreach, proposal preparation, and project cost and schedule development.

Support efforts to identify and pursue opportunities with utility clients.

Provide technical and project delivery input for proposals and client discussions.

What You’ll Bring

B.S. or M.S. in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.

6+ years of relevant experience with increasing responsibility across technical work, permitting, project management, and client support.

Experience preparing and reviewing Biological Resource Assessments and CEQA and/or NEPA biological analyses.

Working knowledge of California’s regulatory environment and key state and federal permitting programs, including CWA Sections 401 and 404, incidental take permits, streambed alteration agreements, and biological opinions.

Experience within the following disciplines: regulatory permitting and compliance, botanical and wildlife surveys, and aquatic resource delineations.

Experience managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, agencies, technical teams, and project partners.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a collaborative consulting environment.

Nice to Have

Direct experience supporting electric utility or transmission projects in California.

Investing in You

The base salary range for this full-time position is $90,000–$115,000, plus a generous benefits program. Salary ranges are based on the market median of similar jobs according to third-party salary benchmark surveys. Base pay is determined based on internal equity and a candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support employee well-being, growth, and financial security. Our benefits provide flexibility and choice, including health coverage options, employer-sponsored insurance, retirement benefits, generous time off, and programs that support learning, growth, and community engagement.

Explore more about our culture, benefits, and life at Rincon on our Culture and Benefits page .

Additional Employment Information

Individuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing, including screening for cannabinoids (THC/marijuana), in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations, which take precedence over California state and local laws.