Senior Ecologist / Project Manager

GEI Consultants is hiring a Senior Ecologist / Project Manager for their Ithaca, MI office. The role involves expanding the Ecology Practice by leveraging existing client relationships and expertise in various ecological disciplines. Responsibilities include business development, project management, and mentorship of junior staff, with travel and fieldwork required. Candidates should have a BS in Natural Resources or Environmental Science, 10+ years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills.
Description
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GEI's Upstate New York offices in Ithaca and Buffalo are seeking a Senior Ecologist / Project Manager to broaden the existing Ecology Practice. The ideal candidate will have expertise in an ecological discipline beyond wetland delineation and permitting and be able to generate work through their current relationships and client network. These disciplines may include ecological restoration, threatened and endangered species surveys and permitting, aquatic/fisheries biology, coastal resilience, ecotoxicology and eco risk, climate change risk assessment, resilience planning, or other.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
Help grow the Upstate NY Ecology practice by diversifying our skillset and actively developing new business. Training and mentorship of junior ecologists. Management of clients, projects, and tasks. Travel and field work as necessitated by projects.
Minimum Qualifications
BS in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or equivalent. MS is a plus. 10+ years of relevant professional experience in consulting and business development. Expertise in an ecological discipline beyond wetland delineation and permitting. Active network of existing clients, contacts, and leads. Strong technical writing, report preparation, and communication skills. Valid U.S. Driver's license.
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands:
Sedentary
x
Light
Medium
Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)
Physical Activity Requirements
Occasional
(0-35% of day)
Frequent
(33-66% of day)
Continuous
(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
Sitting
4-6 hours
Standing
4-6 hours
Walking
2-6 hours
Climbing
0-1 hours
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
0-30 pounds
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
0-10 pounds
Carrying objects
4-6 hours
Push/pull
0-1 hours
Twisting
1-2 hours
Bending
2-3 hours
Reaching forward
2-3 hours
Reaching overhead
1-2 hours
Squat/kneel/crawl
2-4 hours
Wrist position deviation
0-1 hours
Pinching/fine motor skills
1-2 hours
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
4-6 hours
Taste or smell (taste=never)
0-1 hours
Talk or hear
6-8 hours
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
x
Far Vision
x
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Color Discrimination
x
Sensory Requirements
Minimal
Moderate
Accurate
Not Applicable
Depth perception
x
Hearing
x
Environment Requirements
Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
Reasonably Anticipated
Not Anticipated
Blood borne pathogens
x
Chemical
x
Airborne communicable diseases
x
Extreme temperatures
x
Radiation
x
Uneven surfaces or elevations
x
Extreme noise levels
x
Dust/particular matter
x
Other (exposure risks):
Usual workday hours :
x
8
10
12
Other work hours
Note that typical ecological staff have highly variable schedules. On average, an ecological staff person may spend around two-thirds of their time in the office and one-third in the field. A typical field day may be 2-8 hours. A typical work week may have 1-2 field days.
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.

Salary: USD 100000 - 135000 per year

Experience: 5 years required