BayWa r.e. Americas Projects & Services

Restoration Ecologist

Santa Barbara County, CA – Hybrid

Job Type: Full-time

Reports to: Sr Ecologist

About Us:

We are BayWa r.e. Americas Projects & Services, a leading developer of utility-scale renewable energy. We are also an in-house and third-party operations and services provider, offering 24/7/365 monitoring from our headquarters in Irvine, CA. Our team consists of 300 highly motivated experts across the United States and Mexico. Since first entering the North American market in 2014, we have brought over 1.5 GW online and are currently managing 2 GW of assets. Our development pipeline is currently 15GW in North America alone and continues to grow at an impressive pace.

Our mission is to deliver reliable and affordable energy across the Americas. We value long-term partnerships and actively collaborate with local communities and organizations to fund workforce development, support disaster relief efforts, and incorporate sustainability and biodiversity into our projects.

BayWa r.e. Americas Projects & Services is a subsidiary of BayWa r.e., a major player in renewable energy. BayWa r.e. has a global team of 5,400 members, operations in 34 countries, a development pipeline exceeding 30 GW, and over 10 GW in assets under management.

Our shareholders are BayWa AG, a $28.5 billion international group known for its diversified operations in agriculture, energy, and construction; and Energy Infrastructure Partners, a renowned leader in energy infrastructure investment managing over $7.5 billion from global investors.

Purpose:

We are seeking an experienced Restoration Ecologist/ Natural Resource Specialist with a strong background in habitat restoration to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of hands-on experience in restoring and managing large scale habitat restoration projects and hold a bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field. The Restoration Ecologist will be responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring ecological restoration projects, with a focus on permit compliance, ecosystem function, and sustainability. The individual will also need to have an understanding of mitigation planning and environmental permitting within California.

Responsibilities we will trust you with:

Project Planning and Implementation:

Design and execute restoration plans for various ecosystems, including wetlands, forests, grasslands, and riparian zones.
Conduct field assessments to determine site conditions, restoration needs, and potential challenges.
Coordinate with stakeholders, including landowners, government agencies, and community groups, to ensure project success.
Develop and manage project budgets, timelines, and resources.

Habitat Restoration:

Oversee the planting of native vegetation, removal of invasive species, and implementation of erosion control measures.
Monitor the progress of restoration projects, collecting data on vegetation, soil, water quality, and wildlife.
Adjust restoration techniques and strategies based on ongoing assessments and environmental changes.
Perform qualitative and quantitative monitoring on several different restoration projects to ensure compliance with various local, state, and federal mitigation requirements.

Compliance and Reporting:

Ensure all restoration activities comply with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
Prepare and submit detailed reports on project outcomes, including recommendations for future restoration efforts.

Management:

Ability to manage workload, set goals, and meet deadlines/ expectations.
Must be able to work with and manage third party consultants for a variety of tasks.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field (Master’s degree a plus).
2-5+ years of Habitat Restoration experience- ideally in Southern California specifically- preferred
A background in environmental permitting a plus (CEQA, NEPA, ITPs, LSAA, NWP)
Strong knowledge of Southern California native plant species, ecological principles, and restoration techniques.
Proficiency in using GIS and other mapping tools for project planning and monitoring a plus
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
Ability to work in various outdoor conditions, including remote or challenging environments.
Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to project sites as required.

What we are ready to offer you:

Total compensation package dependent upon a number of factors, including candidate’s professional experience, candidate’s skills, position’s seniority level, department’s hiring budget, and position’s location.
The base salary range for this role is 90k-135k depending on experience
Competitive annual bonus target based on individual and company performance.
Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans.
401(k) retirement plan with 5% employer matching.
Flexible work hours and remote first culture.
Unlimited Paid Time Off policy for all Salaried, Full-time employees in the US
8 weeks paid parental leave
Health and wellness benefit; up to $500 annually.
Free language lessons.
Virtual yoga, breathwork and stretching sessions with colleagues via intranet.
Educational reimbursement.
For Irvine, CA LE’s only: Gym access and snacks for Irvine, CA employees.
Relocation assistance, as applicable.
A diverse and inclusive global team with a strong culture focusing on employee health and wellbeing.
The possibility to make a positive contribution to our planet and use your world class marketing knowledge to set new standards in Renewable Energy.

Are our values your values?

Are you ambitious enough to make a big impact in our business and beyond? Do you create meaningful solutions?

Do you believe that we succeed as a team? We collaborate honestly, friendly, and respectfully. We have fun and celebrate our successes. How about you?

Are you reliable? We create trust by taking on responsibility.

Do you inspire others with an open mind, courage, and innovation? We challenge the status quo.

Our values define our unique way of working together and give us direction in our daily actions.

At BayWa r.e. we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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