Construction Monitoring

Bald eagles are protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Construction activities near active nests require strict monitoring to prevent disturbances, especially during the nesting season from October to May.

Our bald eagle monitoring services include developing a Bald Eagle Management Plan in collaboration with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). We identify active nests, define buffer zones, and provide guidelines to minimize disturbances. Our team conducts regular on-site monitoring to ensure compliance with the plan throughout construction. With our proactive approach, we help your project stay on track while protecting Florida’s bald eagle population.

Manatees are listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and are protected by the Marine Mammal Protection Act and Florida’s Manatee Sanctuary Act. Construction near water bodies such as canals, rivers, and coastal areas requires dedicated monitoring, especially between November and March, when manatees migrate to warmer waters.

We develop a manatee protection plan tailored to your project, working closely with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to establish no-wake zones, buffer areas, and observation protocols. During construction, trained environmental monitors observe for manatees in designated zones and pause activities if necessary. This real-time monitoring ensures compliance with environmental regulations and minimizes the impact on local manatee populations.

The Florida Bonneted Bat is listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Due to its limited range and specialized habitat needs, projects near potential roosting or foraging habitats must comply with federal and state regulations to avoid harming the species.

Before construction begins, we conduct a habitat suitability assessment to identify potential roosts, such as tree snags or artificial structures, and perform acoustic surveys to detect bat activity. Based on our findings, we develop a bat management plan to minimize disruption, which may include timing construction around peak roosting seasons and implementing exclusion measures when necessary. Our team works closely with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to ensure compliance. Compliance reports documenting monitoring activities are submitted to regulatory agencies, ensuring that your project proceeds smoothly.

Florida’s beaches are essential nesting grounds for several protected sea turtle species, including loggerheads, green turtles, and leatherbacks. These species are protected under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and Florida’s Marine Turtle Protection Act. Construction activities near coastal areas require monitoring to prevent disturbances during the nesting season, from March to October.

We conduct pre-construction surveys to identify nests and develop turtle-friendly construction plans with mitigation measures, such as reduced lighting protocols and buffer zones around nests. During construction, we conduct daily inspections to monitor nesting activity and maintain no-disturbance zones. Our team ensures compliance by submitting monitoring reports to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS).