Senior Biologist

CESO, Inc.
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
4601 Park Road (Show on map)
Jan 26, 2026
Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service - to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of "empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients' visions to life," so if this speaks to you, let's connect! At CESO, Senior (Sr) Biologist will plan and perform environmental work in support of projects in the markets which CESO serves. This position requires the ability to lead field surveys and sampling efforts and involves ability to work with engineers for design of complex wetland mitigation and stream restoration projects. Additionally, the Sr Biologist will prepare technically sound reports requiring little direction from senior technical personnel. Primary Responsibilities Perform or oversee wetland delineations, stream assessments, and threatened or endangered species habitat assessments. Prepare reports and permits with minimal supervision adhering to state and federal environmental regulations including stream and wetland permitting, as well as the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Section 401/404 of the Clean Water Act, and state water quality standards. Create environmental permitting and mitigation strategy. Interact with clients and the regulatory community. Mentor junior staff. Assist team members by providing technical directions. Assist with proposal development and budget tracking. Collect and evaluate water quality results. Ability to coordinate and principally self-direct assigned field investigation tasks, and project deliverables. Be able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment to meet project deadlines. Work in a multi-discipline team context. Perform other duties as assigned. Position Requirements Bachelor's degree in Biology, Geology, Environmental Science, or similar environmental discipline is required. Minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience in the markets in which CESO operates is required; Master's degree in Biology, Geology, Environmental Science, or similar environmental discipline can substitute up to 1 year of work experience. Must have a valid driver's license. Must have the ability to reserve rental cars for business purposes OSHA 10 Hour Construction and/or Safe Land Certification preferred, or to be obtained upon hire. Completion of Oil & Gas annual safety training provided by the Company. First Aid & CPR certification is preferred. Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence. Proficient in Microsoft Suite products, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Google Earth Pro, and Bluebeam. Benefits and Perks Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule Paid Time Off - Credited to You 100% Upfront 401K with a Company Match Rewards and Recognition Program Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth Paid Holidays Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage Welcome Box Casual Dress Code Reimbursement for Professional Licenses Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Company Paid Bonding and Recovery Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity. We develop and inspire through training and coaching on the job. At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck. In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events. CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug-free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Apply for this job