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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking an organized and highly motivated individual for employment as an Entry Level Biologist - Natural Resources in the San Diego, CA office. This position would support numerous permitting, biological resource, and environmental planning and compliance projects in the southern California region. This role involves providing technical support in botany, wildlife biology, restoration ecology, wetland ecology, natural resource management, and related disciplines. Project management support duties may be performed under the direction of a Project Manager.

This position is expected to begin in August 2025.

Primary duties will involve a mix of office-based work (e.g., writing sections for technical reports, permit applications, or other environmental documents; data management; project file organization and management; project management assistance) and field work (e.g., participating in general biological and natural resource surveys; listed species surveys; environmental compliance monitoring; electronic data collection).

AECOM is proud to provide our employees with challenging and exciting projects and opportunities to grow their careers. The position will entail working on rewarding projects and having access to training and career development opportunities.

The responsibilities and duties of this position may include:

Working closely with natural resource specialists (e.g., regulatory specialists, ecologists, biologists), including participating in a combination of office-based assignments and field work.Working effectively independently when required.Ability to follow directions and perform tasks safely and efficiently.Ability to work with a team to solve problems and have the confidence to ask for help when needed.Ability to present oneself in a professional manner when interacting with colleagues, members of the public, and clients.Collect, enter, and/or QA data, and apply technical principles and theories, with training and oversight.Record data using electronic data methods, conduct analyses, and compare findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.Assist in preparation of environmental documentation, including reports and data sets.Occasional travel may be required.Occasional weekend work may be requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

BA or BS in relevant field (e.g., biology, ecology, environmental science).Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review and a substance abuse test.Physically able, with or without an accommodation, to maneuver in outdoor environments with uneven terrain in variable outdoor conditions for extended periods of time.Ability to operate four-wheel drive vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications:

Basic understanding of GIS.Experience with field data collection tools such as Survey123, Field Maps, and Fulcrum.Strong oral and written communication skills.Candidate must be flexible and willing to support multiple projects as needed.Experience in biological survey fieldwork in a variety of habitats, familiarity with different vegetation monitoring methods, and experience with GPS and electronic data collection devices.Southern California native plant species knowledge and identification.A background in general ecology and ecological processes.Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word and Excel; ability to create and maintain tracking spreadsheets and documents.Ability to work independently and as a part of a team, identifying what needs to be accomplished and regularly completing tasks.

Additional InformationRelocation assistance is not available for this position.Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.This position offers a hybrid work schedule which includes office work in San Diego, California.  The selected candidate must be available to work in San Diego, California on a scheduled basis.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.