Environmental Scientist - Permitting & NEPA Lead

Burns & McDonnell

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist to perform environmental and siting studies, prepare permitting applications, and analyze environmental data for projects including high‑voltage transmission routes and power generation facilities. You will conduct field surveys, collect GIS data, and prepare reports and NEPA documents.

Responsibilities include leading NEPA studies, ensuring safety compliance, and compiling GIS data for maps.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related natural science; 4 years performing environmental and permitting studies, preparing permitting applications and analyzing environmental data for various environmental impact projects.
Or Master's degree in environmental science or related natural science; 3 years performing environmental and permitting studies, preparing permitting applications and analyzing environmental data for various environmental impact projects.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.
Demonstrated knowledge of environmental site assessment methods.
Demonstrated knowledge of environmental compliance and compliance audits.
Demonstrated knowledge of the environmental permitting process.
Experience using GPS and working in the ArcGIS desktop environment.
Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

Conduct field surveys, assessments and collect project-related data for analysis in environmental impact projects.
Prepare environmental reports, environmental impact statements and transmission line routing studies.
Collect GIS data for analysis, conversion and migration.
Compile GIS data for map production in accordance with standards and industry best practices.
Perform environmental site investigations, support erosion control efforts and subsurface soil sampling.
Conduct and file environmental compliance audits.
Prepare a wide variety of permitting applications such as air, land use and cultural resources permitting.
Lead site selection studies and preparation of related NEPA documentation.
Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.