Environmental Permit & Planning Professional

Kleinfelder; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Career Development

Job summary

Kleinfelder’s Environmental Permitting and Planning Team in Bridgeport, WV is seeking an experienced Environmental Permit & Planning Professional to join our collaborative group. The role involves wetland and natural resources surveys, 401/404 permitting, and coordination with state agencies for project approvals.

The ideal candidate has 4–8 years in environmental consulting, strong technical writing, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Biological, Ecological Science, Environmental Policy, or related field.
• 4–8 years of experience in environmental consulting and/or regulatory agency work in the region.
• Experience coordinating with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform wetland and other natural resources surveys.
• Prepare and manage permitting documents under CWA Sections 401/404.
• Engage with staff and leadership to support project delivery.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to complete quality projects.

Skills

Wetland delineation

Environmental permitting

Regulatory coordination

Technical writing

QA/QC

Team leadership

GIS

Education

BS in Environmental Science/Biology/Ecology

Tools

GIS

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Environmental Career to the Next Level

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and take the next step of professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Environmental team is looking for you! From environmental planning and permitting to remediation and site characterization, we conduct stream and wetland delineations as well as chemical data management and hydrogeologic studies. Kleinfelder offers a variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions across a spectrum of clients.

Step into Your New Role

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Permit & Planning Professional to join the Environmental Permitting and Planning (EP&P) Team in the Bridgeport, WV area.

The successful candidate should be a self-starter who can perform wetland and other natural resources surveys. This candidate should be familiar with Clean Water Act Section 404 and 401 permitting – specific state level experience in Pennsylvania, Ohio, or West Virginia is a plus. This position requires willingness to conduct wetland field work in difficult terrain, strong collaboration and communication skills, and independent task management.

This position is based out of Bridgeport, WV office and will require limited travel for fieldwork activities.

This position is a great career-growth opportunity for an energetic person who values team collaboration and can effectively integrate with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals within our Eastern Division to execute on quality project completion.

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Strong wetland/waterway delineation skills- Professional Wetland Delineator and/or PWS certification a plus.
• Experience with wetland, waterway, and groundwater monitoring;
• GIS experience a plus.
• Independent thinking skills, the ability to self-start, able to work independently when needed.
• Effective communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork and leadership skills.
• Strong technical writing and QA/QC skills.
• Ability to effectively engage directly with staff and leadership.
• Familiarity with:
  • Section 401/404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA).
  • • Nationwide Permits, State Programmatic General Permits, Joint Permit Applications, Individual Permits.
    • State Water Quality Certifications.
    • State/local wetlands and waterways, township, and floodplain regulations.
    • Permittee Responsible Stream and Wetland Mitigation.
• Effectively prepare permitting documents and reports.

All candidates require:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Environmental, Biological, or Ecological Science, Environmental Policy, or a related field.
• 4-8 years of experience in environmental consulting, and/or regulatory agency employment in the region.
• Prior experience working and coordinating with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)