Remote Environmental Permitting & Analytics Engineer

Ghost Sherpa, Llc; Santa Fe Capital; Remote; ARS 138,361,000 - 199,855,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is expanding its presence in Argentina, focusing on environmental permits, regulatory compliance, and project support for mining, energy and infrastructure initiatives.

The role requires a degree in environmental sciences or related fields, 5–8 years of permit experience in Argentina, and strong English/Spanish communication with authorities. You will coordinate studies and ensure regulatory alignment from planning through construction.

Qualifications

• Requires university degree in environmental sciences or related field with professional registration; 5–8 years in environmental management and permits; 3+ years in mining, energy or infrastructure in Argentina.
• Graduate degree in environmental management or environmental law is desirable.
• Spanish native; intermediate or higher technical English; ability to interact with authorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the permits matrix: identify competent bodies, requirements, deadlines and processing times.
• Prepare, review and submit Environmental Impact Reports and updates with supporting documentation.
• Manage sectoral permits: water use, effluent, emissions, hazardous waste, soil and transport of hazardous substances.
• Maintain dialogue with provincial and national authorities; respond to observations and requests.
• Prepare progress reports on permits status, risks and mitigation actions.
• Define environmental baselines (air, water, soils, flora, fauna) and supervise consultants.
• Review consultant deliverables for methodological sufficiency and traceability.
• Evaluate environmental impacts and mitigation measures; ensure design criteria reflect them.
• Estimate hours/costs and deadlines for environmental studies; incorporate into budget.

Education

University degree in Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Natural Resources, Geological Sciences or Biological Sciences

Tools

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Project scheduling tools

Job description

Bechtel is expanding its presence in Argentina, focusing on environmental permits, regulatory compliance, and project support for mining, energy and infrastructure initiatives.

The role requires a degree in environmental sciences or related fields, 5–8 years of permit experience in Argentina, and strong English/Spanish communication with authorities. You will coordinate studies and ensure regulatory alignment from planning through construction.