Environmental Permitting Manager

WSP in the U.S.; City of Corning (NY); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Bereavement and voting leave

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Environmental Permitting Manager for its Rochester, NY office, with hybrid work options. The role will also consider Corning, Syracuse, Buffalo and Binghamton, NY locations.

You will lead permitting efforts, coordinate with regulatory agencies, and ensure compliance across projects in the Ecology & Environment team. Ideal candidates have a strong track record in obtaining regulatory permits, experience with SWPPP, and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience obtaining regulatory permits with state, federal and municipal agencies.
• Experience preparing, editing and interpreting studies for regulatory filings.
• Experience working in a team environment to site facilities in energy projects while minimizing impacts.

Responsibilities

• Review project scope and determine applicable permits, including municipal building permits and variances.
• Coordinate consultations with regulatory agencies (PSC Article VII/Part 102, Army Corps, SHPO, etc.).
• Develop or coordinate environmental permits and SWPPP documentation.
• Manage progress, assess risks, and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Represent clients at regulatory meetings and review proposed laws affecting operations.
• Oversee mitigation plans and inspections beyond construction phase; escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Regulatory permits

Environmental permits

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Project scheduling

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an environmental permitting manager for our Rochester, New York office. This is expected to be a hybrid position. The following locations will also be considered in Corning, Syracuse, Buffalo, Binghamton, NY. Be involved in projects with our Ecology & Environment team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Review Project scope and determine applicable permits. This is inclusive of municipal building permits, variances, special use permits, stream and wetland permitting,
• PSC Article VII or Part 102, Army Corps, Natural Heritage or SHPO consultation, coastal zone development, DOT, FAA, etc.
• Develops or coordinates the development of the required environmental permits
• Manages progress against plans, performs risk assessment and take action to mitigate risks.
• Verifies project adherence to federal, state and local environmental regulatory requirements.
• Participates in project teams and participating in regular program/project planning, execution and delivery team meetings.
• Represent the client at public or regulatory meetings.
• Reviews and comments on proposed laws and regulations as they apply to company operations.
• Manages or oversees implementation and inspection of wildlife, agriculture or wetland mitigation/management plans, and other regulatory requirements of permits which extend beyond construction phase of project.
• Develops or oversees the development of SWPPPs
• Escalates issues when necessary.
• Conducts SWPPP inspections, oversees contracted SWPPP inspectors or environmental monitors, and conducts environmental inspections at construction projects.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related sciences field.
• 7+ years of experience obtaining Regulatory Permits with state, federal and municipal agencies to achieve permits to meet project goals and execution schedules.
• Experienced in the preparing, editing and interpreting studies for the development, submission and acquisition of certificates to build or other regulatory filings.
• Experience working in team environment to site facilities in the energy sector minimizing environmental, visual and customer impacts considering the companies and projects business requirements.
• This position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates put forth for consideration by WSP.
• The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States, or be able to obtain work authorized status in the United States prior to the start of employment. This role is eligible for employment visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified candidates.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPESC preferred
• PWS preferred

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

• coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
• retirement savings
• paid sick leave
• paid vacation (or other personal time)
• paid parental leave
• paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $92,700 - $137,700

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.