Experienced Environmental Specialist

Pont Engineering, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

ESOP

Professional development

Job summary

Pont Engineering, Inc. is seeking an Experienced Environmental Lead to direct environmental planning, NEPA documentation, and stakeholder coordination for transportation projects across Georgia and the Southeast.

You will lead EA/EIS development, manage regulatory interactions with agencies such as EPA, Army Corps, and state environmental offices, and ensure compliance with NEPA, Clean Air Act, and Clean Water Act.

Qualifications

• BS in environmental field required; MS preferred.
• Minimum 10 years in environmental planning and documentation.
• Experience leading NEPA or environmental compliance projects.
• Experience managing GDOT or transportation environmental projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of Environmental Assessments (EA) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS).
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies (EPA, Army Corps, FWS).
• Ensure NEPA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and ESA compliance.
• Manage environmental permits and regulatory clearances.
• Oversee ecology surveys and habitat assessments.
• Direct freshwater aquatic studies and biological inventories.
• Coordinate air quality and noise impact analysis.
• Lead wetland identification, delineation, and mitigation planning.
• Plan public information meetings and hearings.
• Develop public information materials and displays.
• Manage stakeholder communication and feedback.
• Prepare professional environmental reports and memoranda.

Skills

NEPA process expertise

Regulatory compliance

Technical writing

Public involvement

Stakeholder coordination

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

GIS

Environmental mapping

Job description

Job Title: Experienced Environmental Specialist

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Civil Engineering – Environmental Services

About Us

PONT Engineering is a growing, professional services firm dedicated to delivering innovative infrastructure solutions for capital and federally funded projects throughout Metro Atlanta and the southeastern United States. Our team is passionate about creating sustainable, resilient communities through thoughtful engineering and environmental stewardship.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As Environmental Lead, you will direct all environmental planning, documentation, and stakeholder coordination for GDOT on-call projects. Managing NEPA documentation, environmental studies, public involvement, and regulatory coordination, you will ensure projects meet federal and state environmental requirements while maintaining strong relationships with GDOT, regulatory agencies, and communities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead preparation of Environmental Assessments (EA) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS)
• Develop environmental review documents and supporting technical studies Coordinate with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies (EPA, Army Corps, Fish & Wildlife)
• Ensure compliance with NEPA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act
• Manage environmental permits and regulatory clearances
• Oversee ecology surveys and habitat assessments
• Direct freshwater aquatic studies and biological inventories
• Manage archaeological and historic resources investigations
• Coordinate air quality and noise impact analysis
• Support hazardous waste assessments where applicable
• Lead wetland identification, delineation, and mitigation planning
• Plan and facilitate public information meetings and hearings
• Develop public information materials, displays, and fact sheets
• Manage stakeholder communication and feedback
• Prepare professional environmental reports and technical memoranda

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, or related field (required)
• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field (preferred)

Per GDOT Manual (Rev 2.10): Team must hold current prequalification in all 1.06(a-g) area classes; personnel must demonstrate environmental training or degree in environmental science, planning, or engineering.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of environmental planning and documentation experience
• Minimum 5 years leading NEPA or environmental compliance projects
• Minimum 3 years managing GDOT or transportation environmental projects
• Demonstrated experience preparing Environmental Assessments and/or Environmental Impact Statements
• Strong background in public involvement and stakeholder coordination
• Experience with environmental permitting and regulatory compliance
• Prior management of environmental consultants and sub-contractors

Technical Skills:

• Expert-level knowledge of NEPA process and federal environmental compliance
• Understanding of environmental disciplines (ecology, air quality, noise, archaeology, hazardous waste)
• Proficiency with GIS and environmental mapping
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Knowledge of federal and Georgia environmental regulations and permitting

Certifications & Licenses

• PE (Professional Engineer) or Environmental Professional (EP) license preferred (not mandated)
• GDOT Environmental training or certification (recommended)
• Certified Environmental Planner (CEP) or equivalent (preferred)
• NEPA Specialist training (preferred)

Why Join PONT Engineering?

• Competitive salary and benefits package – including 401(k) with match and ESOP
• Innovative professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure programs and projects.