Environmental Scientist & Permitting Specialist (Waterways)

Timmons Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Timmons Group’s Environmental Group in Richmond, VA seeks an Environmental Scientist – Regulatory Permit Specialist to develop, submit, process, and negotiate permits for impacts to federal and state waters. The role requires coordination with USACE, DEQ, VMRC and local boards, and preparation of Joint Permit Applications with senior scientists and project managers to ensure timely approvals.

Requirements include a bachelor’s or master’s in environmental science or related field, 2–4 years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in environmental science, environmental law, or policy-related discipline.
• 2–4 years of environmental science experience required.
• Experience in natural resources with emphasis on wetland and stream permitting and related regulatory processes.
• Understanding of Virginia surface water regulations and related agencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop Joint Permit Applications with environmental staff.
• Interact with regulatory agencies like USACE, DEQ, VMRC, and local boards.
• Read and interpret technical literature and engineering plans; communicate findings to teams.

Skills

Regulatory permitting

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in environmental science

Environmental Law or policy

Job description

Timmons Group’s Environmental Group in Richmond, VA seeks an Environmental Scientist – Regulatory Permit Specialist to develop, submit, process, and negotiate permits for impacts to federal and state waters. The role requires coordination with USACE, DEQ, VMRC and local boards, and preparation of Joint Permit Applications with senior scientists and project managers to ensure timely approvals.

Requirements include a bachelor’s or master’s in environmental science or related field, 2–4 years of