Ecology Director

Great Ecology, Inc. is seeking an Ecology Director for their San Diego office. The role involves leading a team of ecologists, overseeing project management, and supporting business development. Candidates should have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in relevant fields with significant experience in restoration ecology and project management. Preferred qualifications include ecological consulting experience and knowledge of southern California ecosystems.
Great Ecology, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This powerhouse organization offers an extensive range of services aimed at revolutionizing the built environment and preserving the natural one. Its diverse expertise encompasses environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic coastal and marine structures, developing sustainable energy sources, and pioneering resource extraction methods. With a workforce of over 450 dedicated professionals, including environmental experts, engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, surveyors, and construction management professionals, this dynamic organization operates in more than 20 offices across the U.S.

We are looking for a senior ecologist with a strong background in environmental restoration and/or ecological permitting to join an interdisciplinary team of scientists and landscape architects working on restoration and natural resource management projects throughout the United States. The Ecology Director will be based in our San Diego office and will oversee a team of ecologists, while supporting project management and business development company-wide. In addition, the Ecology Director will provide senior review on proposals, client deliverables, and other materials as needed. The selected individual will work closely with our other Directors and with leadership throughout the company.
Minimum Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Ecology, Ecotoxicology, Conservation Biology, Environmental Forensics, Environmental Data Science, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, Habitat Management, Watershed Science, or directly related field plus at least eight years of post-grad professional experience in restoration ecology, quantitative ecology, geospatial analysis, large-scale biomonitoring, environmental management, forest and rangeland management, or closely related work outside of the academic environment.
OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Ecotoxicology, Conservation Biology, Environmental Forensics, Environmental Data Science, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, Habitat Management, Watershed Science, or directly related field and at least ten years of professional experience in restoration ecology, quantitative ecology, geospatial analysis, large-scale biomonitoring, environmental management, forest and rangeland management, or closely related work outside of the academic environment.
AND
• Three years of experience directly managing people (including recruiting, performance management, retention, etc.).
• Three years of project management experience, including scoping, scheduling, budget development and management, invoicing, and relationship building with clients.
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous ecological consulting experience with a demonstrated ability to manage large, complex, ecologically-focused projects.
• Experience leading the planning and/or permitting of ecological restoration projects.
• Experience managing multi-faceted teams of 8-10 people with varying skillsets and job responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of the flora and ecosystems of the arid southwest, particularly southern California.
• Strong background in environmental law and policy.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Critical thinking with strong problem-solving skills and experience contributing to complex restoration planning.
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills that lead to confidence dealing with clients and team members at all levels and functions of the organization.
• Ability to work well independently and collaboratively.
• Self-starter who is rigorously detail oriented.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Skills:
Academic Background, Alternative Energy, Billing, Biology, Biomonitoring, Budget Management, Business Development, Communication Skills, Conservation, Construction Management, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Data Science, Ecology, Ecosystems, Ecotoxicology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Law, Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences, Forensic Science, Geospatial Analysis, Leadership, Natural Resources, People Management, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Resource Management, Restoration Ecology, Time Management, Urban Planning

About the Company:
Great Ecology, Inc.