Permitting and Compliance Specialist

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec is currently seeking a Permitting and Compliance Specialist, in our Chicago, IL office to join our firm's growing national Environmental Permitting and Planning Practice. The ideal candidate demonstrated experience providing environmental assessment and permitting services, including NEPA, CEQA, PSD, NSR, CAA, CWA, and ESA guidelines. This position will collaborate heavily with our Capital Project development teams, as well as other core practices within the firm such as natural resource specialists, air and noise specialists, geologists, and civil engineers.

Geosyntec prides itself in hiring the most highly qualified professionals who have a diverse skill set, an advanced innovative mindset, and can effectively develop forward-thinking ideas. Ranked by ENR in the top 20 design firms for the environment, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service, our clients ask us to address their new ventures and most challenging problems involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and development of NEPA documents, including Environmental Assessments (EA) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS).
• Conduct resource analysis and prepare technical reports related to NEPA compliance.
• Project management and technical lead for NEPA projects from inception to completion, ensuring regulatory requirements are met.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary project teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure timely and accurate project delivery.
• Collect, interpret, and analyze environmental data to support NEPA documentation.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies for environmental permitting and compliance.
• Preparation of permit applications (e.g., Clean Water Act Sections 404, 408, and 401 permit applications).
• Assist in the preparation for and participation in public meetings and hearings.
• Communicate project details and environmental impacts to the public and stakeholders.
• Develop well-written, clear, and concise environmental documents and reports.
• Work directly with clients and develop additional business opportunities by delivering outstanding results, forming valued relationships and solving some of their more challenging issues.
• Understanding client needs and developing work scopes with input from Geosyntec client managers and teams to propose approaches, solutions and resources; and working on teams to prepare competitive proposals highlighting Geosyntec capabilities and experience.
• Hours: Work 40 hours per week
• Training: Geosyntec will provide training in OSHA health and safety, first aid, and CPR training. We also offer professional development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our professionals to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.
• Fieldwork: Typically, approximately 20%
• Occasional overnight travel and client site visits should be expected.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Natural Sciences, Environmental Engineering or an aligned environmental discipline. (required)
• Master's degree or Ph.D (preferred)
• Certifications or additional training or experience in NEPA and CEQA. (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 2 years (5 preferred) of consulting or industry experience in environmental planning, NEPA documentation, and compliance; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Thorough knowledge and experience working with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and agencies. (required)
• Demonstrated project experience with the DOE, USACE, and FERC (preferred).
• Demonstrated experience leading NEPA projects and managing multidisciplinary teams (required).
• Proficiency in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive NEPA documents (required).
• Demonstrated local/regional visibility through involvement in professional associations or trade organizations. (preferred)
• Demonstrated success in the development and management of clients. (required)
• Proven leadership skills and ability to deliver projects on time and within budget. (required)
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)
• Overnight travel may be required for meetings
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec's total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

• Minimum Salary: $62,995 /year / Maximum Salary: $97,370 /year (Chicago, IL)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.

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