Environmental Permits Engineer – Mining & Energy (Argentina)

Coderio; Santa Fe Capital; Remote; ARS 138,361,000 - 184,482,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel in Argentina seeks an Environmental Permits Specialist to manage permits, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with engineering teams on mining and energy projects. The role requires a degree in environmental fields and strong knowledge of local regulations.

You will work with multiple disciplines to align design with permits and schedules. The position demands extensive interaction with authorities, preparation of reports, and proactive risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• University degree in Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Natural Resources, Geological Sciences or Biological Sciences.
• Professional registration in the corresponding jurisdiction.
• 5–8 years of environmental management and permits experience, with at least 3 years in mining, energy or infrastructure in Argentina.
• Spanish as native language and English at least to intermediate level.

Responsibilities

• Permission management: maintain permits matrix, submission requirements and deadlines.
• Prepare, review, submit Environmental Impact Reports and updates.
• Manage sectoral permits: water use, effluent, emissions, hazardous waste, soils, vegetation.
• Maintain dialogue with authorities and ensure compliance across disciplines.
• Report status and coordinate with project management and engineering teams.

Skills

Spanish

English (technical)

Communication

Project coordination

Education

University degree in Environmental Sciences / Civil Engineering / Chemistry

Professional registration in the corresponding jurisdiction

Tools

GIS

Excel

Project scheduling tools

Job description

Bechtel in Argentina seeks an Environmental Permits Specialist to manage permits, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with engineering teams on mining and energy projects. The role requires a degree in environmental fields and strong knowledge of local regulations.

You will work with multiple disciplines to align design with permits and schedules. The position demands extensive interaction with authorities, preparation of reports, and proactive risk mitigation.