Environmental Planner

GZA; Springfield, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 149,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership

Generous benefits package

Paid time off

Flexible hybrid work environment

Job summary

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is actively seeking an Environmental Planner to support the Ecology and Planning Practice in Western Massachusetts.

The role emphasizes environmental impact assessment, permitting, siting, resiliency planning and related services for projects in renewable energy, flood protection, ecological restoration, climate resiliency, airports and site development in MA. The candidate will lead projects, manage staff, prepare proposals, and coordinate with MADEP NOI, 401, Chapter

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in environmental consulting with emphasis on permit preparation, representation and regulatory agency coordination.
• AICP, CFM and/or CEP certifications (or working towards)
• Experience with MEPA, NEPA and related wetland, water quality and land use laws
• Strong ability to interpret site plans, topographic maps and aerial photographs

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and manage project staff; prepare proposals.
• Direct integrated engineering and natural resource teams to develop project designs and permitting/communication strategies.
• Develop and maintain client relationships with private and public sector clients.
• Prepare and manage budgets and client invoices.
• Prepare/review GIS maps and data visualizations.
• Occasional travel within southern New England; contribute to cross-project coverage.

Skills

GIS

Proposal writing

Budget management

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography, Planning, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Geosciences or related discipline

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Springfield MA, 1350 Main Street, Suite 1400, Springfield, MA 01103, USA

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is currently seeking an Environmental Planner who has experience in environmental impact assessment, permitting, siting analysis, resiliency planning, and related services to join our growing Ecology and Planning Practice in Western Massachusetts. The qualified individual must have experience in one or more of the following project types: renewable energy, flood protection/dam safety, ecological restoration, climate resiliency, airports and/or site development, in Massachusetts.

What You Will Be Getting

• Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources.
• Direct access to leadership – at GZA you are not just a number!
• Collaboration with a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on a variety of projects differing in scope and size.
• Opportunity to purchase Company stock as we are an Employee-Owned firm.
• Company support for continuing education and training.
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package and paid time off.
• Flexible hybrid work environment, from our Springfield (MA) office location.

What You Will Be Doing

• Leading projects and managing project staff; preparing proposals.
• Leading integrated engineering and natural resource teams to develop project designs and permitting and communication strategies for projects that balance public safety, community development, and multiple regulatory priorities.
• Developing and maintaining multi-faceted client relationships with private and public sector clients.
• Must have experience with: MADEP NOI, 401, Chapter 91; USACE 404 / 10 and associated supporting reviews; and MEPA filings.
• Responsible for preparing and managing budgets along with client invoices.
• Preparing and/or reviewing GIS produced maps and other project data visualizations.
• Occasional travel within southern New England is expected.
• GZA emphasizes an One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities.

What You Will Be Bringing

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Planning, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Geosciences or related discipline. Master’s degree is preferred.
• 7-10+ years of experience in the environmental consulting field with an emphasis on permit preparation, representation and regulatory agency coordination.
• Certification or working towards AICP, CFM and/or CEP certifications.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to prepare project permitting strategic plans, clear and concise letters, memoranda, technical reports, and proposals.
• Experience with the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and related wetland, water quality and land use laws.
• Strong ability to interpret and use site plans, topographic maps, aerial photographs, and other mapping resources.
• Familiarity with GIS.

The base salary for this position may range between $120,000 to $149,800. The actual base salary and total compensation will depend on many factors, including location, candidate experience, education, professional licensure, and other qualifications.

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