Description
Your role at GEI.
GEI’s Ithaca, New York office is seeking a Project Ecologist to broaden our Ecology Practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in ecological restoration, threatened and endangered species surveys, aquatic ecology, or other ecological practice beyond wetland delineation and permitting. The ideal candidate will be able to generate work through their current relationships and client network.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Grow our Ecology practice by diversifying our skillset.
- Train and mentor junior ecologists.
- Perform business development.
- Manage clients, projects, and tasks.
- Travel and perform field work as necessitated by projects.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or equivalent.
- 5 to 10 or more years of relevant professional experience.
- Expertise in an ecological discipline beyond wetland delineation and permitting.
- Existing clients, contacts, or leads.
- Strong technical writing, report preparation, and communication skills.
- Valid U.S. Driver’s license.
We are GEI.
Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.
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As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package
- Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Pay Range For This Position: $75,000-95,000/year
- Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
- Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
- GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
- Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Rewards and Recognition
- GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
- Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More…
Physical Job Requirements | | Sedentary | X | Light | | Medium | Other |
| Activity Level Throughout Workday | Physical Activity Requirements | Occasional (0-35% of day) | Frequent (33-66% of day) | Continuous (67-100% of day) | Not Applicable | Sitting | | 4-6 hrs | | | Standing | | 4-6 hrs | | | Walking | | 2-6 hrs | | | Climbing | 0-1 hrs | | | | Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) | 0-30 lbs | | | | Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) | 0-10 lbs | | | | Carrying objects | | 4-6 hrs | | Push/pull | 0-1 hrs | | | Twisting | 1-2 hrs | | | Bending | 2-3 hrs | | | | Reaching forward | 2-3 hrs | | | | Reaching overhead | 1-2 hrs | | | | Squat/kneel/crawl | | 2-4 hrs | | | Wrist position deviation | 0-1 hrs | | | | Pinching/fine motor skills | 1-2 hrs | | | | Keyboard use/repetitive motion | | 4-6 hrs | | | Taste or smell (taste=never) | 0-1 hrs | | | | Talk or hear | | | 6-8 hrs | | Accurate 20/40 | Very Accurate 20/20 | Not Applicable | Near Vision | | X | Far Vision | | X |
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Yes | No | Not Applicable | Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) | X | Sensory Requirements | Minimal | Moderate | Accurate | Not Applicable | Depth perception | | X | Hearing | X | |
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Environmental 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 | |
Usual workday hours: | X | 8 | | 10 | | 12 | Other work hours |
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