Senior Environmental Permits Engineer - Mining & Infra (Argentina)

Darwoft; Santa Fe Capital; On-site; ARS 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel seeks a Senior Civil Engineer (Field Manager) to manage environmental permits for projects in Argentina, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with design and construction sequencing. The role bridges engineering and authorities, translating requirements into verifiable criteria and maintaining a critical permit route.

Level of experience includes 8–10 years in environmental management, strong mining/energy project exposure, and fluency in Spanish with technical English.

Qualifications

• University degree and professional registration required.
• 8–10 years in environmental management and permits, with mining/energy/infrastructure in Argentina.
• Knowledge of environmental permitting processes and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience interacting with provincial and national authorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the project permits matrix with deadlines and responsible bodies.
• Prepare, review and submit Environmental Impact Reports and updates with supporting documentation.
• Manage sectoral permits (water use, effluent, emissions, hazardous waste, soil movement, native vegetation, transport).
• Maintain dialogue with authorities and respond to observations and audits.
• Coordinate sequencing of permits to align with project schedule.

Skills

EPC/EPCM experience

Environmental management

Regulatory liaison

GIS & data analysis

Documentation control

Bilingual Spanish/English

Regulatory compliance

Mining & energy project experience

Project scheduling

Regulatory anticipation

Engineer communication

Spanish/English bilingual ability

Education

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

Professional registration in the corresponding jurisdiction

Graduate degree in environmental management or environmental law desirable

Job description

Bechtel seeks a Senior Civil Engineer (Field Manager) to manage environmental permits for projects in Argentina, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with design and construction sequencing. The role bridges engineering and authorities, translating requirements into verifiable criteria and maintaining a critical permit route.

Level of experience includes 8–10 years in environmental management, strong mining/energy project exposure, and fluency in Spanish with technical English.