Environmental Permitting & Compliance Specialist

Black & Veatch; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Company 401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

ESOP ownership

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking a Staff Environmental Sciences Specialist to lead and support municipal and industrial wastewater permitting efforts nationwide. You will work with environmental scientists and engineers to ensure compliance under the Clean Water Act and related programs, contributing to design, implementation, and optimization of treatment systems.

You will coordinate client communications, prepare technical documents, and provide guidance on regulatory strategies, reporting, and

Qualifications

• Experience with NPDES permit applications and compliance programs.
• Strong regulatory knowledge across state and federal programs.
• Ability to translate complex environmental data into clear reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support NPDES permitting projects for municipal and industrial facilities.
• Prepare permit applications, narratives, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, and teams to ensure program success.
• Develop and implement permit compliance programs and reports.
• Conduct site visits to assess wastewater generation and compliance.

Skills

NPDES permitting

Regulatory compliance

Technical writing

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or environmental science

Job description

Black & Veatch is seeking a Staff Environmental Sciences Specialist to lead and support municipal and industrial wastewater permitting efforts nationwide. You will work with environmental scientists and engineers to ensure compliance under the Clean Water Act and related programs, contributing to design, implementation, and optimization of treatment systems.

You will coordinate client communications, prepare technical documents, and provide guidance on regulatory strategies, reporting, and