Rincon Consultants
Biological Regulatory Specialist / Project Manager
Rincon Consultants, Ventura, California, United States
Biological Regulatory Specialist / Project Manager
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Biological Regulatory Specialist/Project Manager
to support our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys navigating the regulatory landscape, managing technical and permitting projects, and mentoring junior staff. You'll work on diverse projects across sectors such as
utilities, energy, water, and transportation . While this role may offer flexible work arrangements that can include a mix of in-office and remote work, our changing business needs will ultimately determine our level of remote-work flexibility. Additionally, to promote in-person collaboration and client teaming, we prioritize hiring those who reside within 50 miles of a Rincon office, which currently includes: Carlsbad, Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, Oakland, Palm Springs, Riverside, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Barbara, and Ventura. The ideal candidate would be located within 50 miles of our
San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, or Sacramento
offices. Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities: Technical Work
Identify optimal permitting strategies for complex, multi-agency projects. Prepare and oversee high-quality deliverables, including: Biological Resource Assessments (BRA) CEQA/NEPA biological sections Jurisdictional delineations and permit applications Conduct or manage fieldwork, such as wetland delineations, special-status species surveys, and CRAM assessments. Interpret and apply relevant local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., Clean Water Act, ESA, CESA, Coastal Act). Collaborate with clients, agencies, and technical teams to ensure efficient project execution. Project Management
Lead moderate-size biological assessment and permitting projects or major components of larger efforts. Oversee scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables. Serve as primary point of contact with clients and regulatory agencies. Provide mentorship and direction to team members and subcontractors. Uphold QA/QC processes and ensure technical excellence across all work products. Business Development
Participate in client outreach, proposal preparation, and cost/schedule development. Help identify opportunities to grow Rincon’s regional project portfolio and/or engage with one of our key market sector teams. This Job Might Be for You If You Have the Following: B.S. or M.S. in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field. 6–10+ years of experience
in environmental consulting, with progressive responsibility across technical work, permitting, and client management. Demonstrated experience in: Regulatory permitting and compliance Biological resource assessments (CEQA/NEPA) Botanical and/or wildlife species surveys Wetland delineations, CRAM, and habitat management Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead client and agency interactions. Rincon Consultants is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California and is recognized as a ‘Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For’ by the Zweig Group. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, sustainability, climate change, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 500+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central, and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose. The base salary range for this full-time position is $88,000–$140,000, plus benefits and bonus. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes health benefits (HMO, PPO, HDHP, HSA options), employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, three weeks of vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, a 401(k)/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and bonus opportunities. We also offer professional development, mentoring, community engagement through Volunteer Pay for a Day, and additional perks like Flexible Spending & Dependent Care, Supplemental Life Insurance, Legal Shield, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, and more. More details are available on our webpage. Individuals offered employment must pass pre-employment drug screening. Federal project hires may undergo additional drug testing, including for cannabinoids, in compliance with federal regulations. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Project Management and Information Technology Industries
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Join to apply for the
Biological Regulatory Specialist / Project Manager
role at
Rincon Consultants . Rincon Consultants is seeking a
Biological Regulatory Specialist/Project Manager
to support our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys navigating the regulatory landscape, managing technical and permitting projects, and mentoring junior staff. You'll work on diverse projects across sectors such as
utilities, energy, water, and transportation . While this role may offer flexible work arrangements that can include a mix of in-office and remote work, our changing business needs will ultimately determine our level of remote-work flexibility. Additionally, to promote in-person collaboration and client teaming, we prioritize hiring those who reside within 50 miles of a Rincon office, which currently includes: Carlsbad, Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, Oakland, Palm Springs, Riverside, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Barbara, and Ventura. The ideal candidate would be located within 50 miles of our
San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, or Sacramento
offices. Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities: Technical Work
Identify optimal permitting strategies for complex, multi-agency projects. Prepare and oversee high-quality deliverables, including: Biological Resource Assessments (BRA) CEQA/NEPA biological sections Jurisdictional delineations and permit applications Conduct or manage fieldwork, such as wetland delineations, special-status species surveys, and CRAM assessments. Interpret and apply relevant local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., Clean Water Act, ESA, CESA, Coastal Act). Collaborate with clients, agencies, and technical teams to ensure efficient project execution. Project Management
Lead moderate-size biological assessment and permitting projects or major components of larger efforts. Oversee scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables. Serve as primary point of contact with clients and regulatory agencies. Provide mentorship and direction to team members and subcontractors. Uphold QA/QC processes and ensure technical excellence across all work products. Business Development
Participate in client outreach, proposal preparation, and cost/schedule development. Help identify opportunities to grow Rincon’s regional project portfolio and/or engage with one of our key market sector teams. This Job Might Be for You If You Have the Following: B.S. or M.S. in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field. 6–10+ years of experience
in environmental consulting, with progressive responsibility across technical work, permitting, and client management. Demonstrated experience in: Regulatory permitting and compliance Biological resource assessments (CEQA/NEPA) Botanical and/or wildlife species surveys Wetland delineations, CRAM, and habitat management Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead client and agency interactions. Rincon Consultants is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California and is recognized as a ‘Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For’ by the Zweig Group. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, sustainability, climate change, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 500+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central, and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose. The base salary range for this full-time position is $88,000–$140,000, plus benefits and bonus. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes health benefits (HMO, PPO, HDHP, HSA options), employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, three weeks of vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, a 401(k)/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and bonus opportunities. We also offer professional development, mentoring, community engagement through Volunteer Pay for a Day, and additional perks like Flexible Spending & Dependent Care, Supplemental Life Insurance, Legal Shield, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, and more. More details are available on our webpage. Individuals offered employment must pass pre-employment drug screening. Federal project hires may undergo additional drug testing, including for cannabinoids, in compliance with federal regulations. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Project Management and Information Technology Industries
Environmental Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rincon Consultants by 2x. Sign in to set job alerts for “Regulatory Project Manager” roles. #J-18808-Ljbffr