Senior Scientist/Project Manager

Role Overview

• Manage full-life cycle of biological resources of small to large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Technical writing including proposals, technical reports, permits & permit-related documents, and senior level reviews of peer prepared reports.
• Maintain and oversee project budgets and schedules; prepare and review work scopes, survey plans and budgets to support project proposals.
• Oversee natural resource surveys and reports (e.g., wetland, wildlife, raptor, vegetation, reclamation) and management per SOW.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across Montrose to support shared goals and project success.
• Support Montrose’s business development efforts by cultivating client relationships and securing new projects and opportunities.
• Provide coordination, oversight, and training to staff in conducting natural resource and compliance surveys, preparing technical reports, and executing permitting requirements.
• Maintain and track progress for professional and personal goals with team members.
• Effectively communicate with team members on project status & staffing needs.
• Maintain and support data collection, and database management in support of clients and internal use.
• Coordinate and maintain efforts and oversee quality of work for projects, project schedule, scope of work, budgets, and client relations associated with clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or a related field, Master’s preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience managing renewable energy projects, including team leadership and full project life-cycle execution.
• Strong knowledge of renewable energy development and/or upstream/downstream energy sectors, including permitting processes and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated expertise in federal, state, and local regulations related to threatened & endangered species, migratory birds, wetlands, biological resources, and Clean Water Act Section 404.
• Experience with Colorado 1041 permits, Conditional Use Permits (CUP), Special Use Permits (SUP), and related local permitting frameworks.
• Proven ability to interface effectively with regulatory agencies, clients, Boards of Commissioners, and community stakeholders.
• Experience conducting wildlife, migratory bird, habitat, and vegetation assessments; strong understanding of western U.S. ecosystems.
• Proficiency in technical writing, study plan development, baseline condition reporting, impact analysis, proposal preparation, and cost estimating.
• Strong data management and analysis skills, including experience with electronic data collection tools (e.g., tablets).
• Proficient in ESRI (ArcGIS), Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and virtual meeting platforms (Teams, Zoom, Google Meet).
• Demonstrated leadership, organization, and time management skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong commitment to safety culture and hazard mitigation in field environments.
• Wetland delineation certification and Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) credential preferred.
• Ability to work in a hybrid (remote and in-office) environment and cross-train to support additional environmental service lines.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development