Environmental Planner Lead - Remote/ND

Lead Environmental Planner; Minnetonka (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match and/or

Paid parental leave

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and/

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)

Paid time off

Short- and long-term disability

Employee wellness program

Job summary

Apex Engineering Group seeks a Lead Environmental Planner with expertise in NEPA documentation and environmental permitting to support transportation and water projects. The role requires coordinating with public agencies, preparing studies, and contributing to client proposals.

The position offers flexible work location within 100 miles of ND offices or remote options, with in-person meetings as needed. Strong communication and leadership abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Preparing NEPA documentation for Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements and Categorical Exclusions.
• Participate in business development and marketing activities related to environmental work with existing and potential clients.
• Prepares technical proposals for project pursuits with other project managers and market leaders.
• Contributes to project pursuit efforts by participating in interviews for projects with environmental planning needs.
• Preparing permits under Clean Water Act Sections 10/404 and 401 Water Quality Certifications and USFWS Section 7 Consultations.
• Review wetland delineations and jurisdictional determinations by agencies.
• Travel and attend in-person meetings; participate in team and staff meetings as appropriate.
• Assist with budgeting for planning work and hiring environmental staff as needed.
• Engage with professional organizations and community leadership programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or environmental sciences

Tools

Microsoft Windows/Office

Job description

Apex Engineering Group seeks a Lead Environmental Planner with expertise in NEPA documentation and environmental permitting to support transportation and water projects. The role requires coordinating with public agencies, preparing studies, and contributing to client proposals.

The position offers flexible work location within 100 miles of ND offices or remote options, with in-person meetings as needed. Strong communication and leadership abilities are essential.