NEPA Specialist

SHIVE-HATTERY INC; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of 4

Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee,Sp

Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident,

FSA – Medical & Dependent Care

8 Paid Holidays + PTO

401K/Roth 401K with Company Match

Overtime Bonus

Profit Sharing Bonus

Job summary

Shive-Hattery Inc. seeks a motivated NEPA Specialist to lead environmental evaluations and permitting for transportation projects.

You will coordinate fieldwork, reporting, and technical guidance while engaging clients, stakeholders, and agencies to ensure compliance with key environmental laws. The ideal candidate has established relationships with regulatory agencies and a strong understanding of NEPA planning and FHWA guidelines, working collaboratively with engineers and staff across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, biology, ecology, soils, environmental science, environmental policy, natural resource management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Working knowledge of NEPA compliance in accordance with FHWA guidelines.
• Ability to interpret site plans, topographic maps, aerials, and other mapping resources.
• Ability to work with teams and independently pursue NEPA compliance with a client-focused mindset.
• Strong work ethic, problem solving skills, and business acumen.
• Excellent written and spoken communication; able to convey complex concepts clearly.
• Team player who can contribute effectively within multidisciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead NEPA planning and compliance for transportation projects.
• Coordinate fieldwork, reporting, and documentation across teams.
• Provide technical guidance to staff and engage with clients and stakeholders.
• Interact with agencies to secure reviews and guidance for project approvals.

Skills

Collaboration

Ownership

Community impact

Relationship building

Regulatory expertise

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning, biology, ecology, soils, environmental science, policy or related field

Job description

Shive-Hattery Inc. is an Architecture and Engineering firm with a regional practice in healthcare, government, commercial, industrial, and education. We believe unparalleled service has contributed to our long-term success and given us the opportunity to practice our passion for design. We are looking for a motivated NEPA Specialist who shares our passion and collaborative style and wants the opportunity for professional growth.

At Shive-Hattery, we help our clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes with ease. We ensure proactive compliance with key environmental laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Our approach and use of the latest and best methods help clients achieve their project goals while protecting our natural resources.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Environmental and Permitting Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will lead natural resource evaluations and permitting efforts for numerous project types with the primary projects being transportation related. Responsibilities include coordinating fieldwork and reporting, report writing, providing technical guidance to staff, and engaging proactively with clients, stakeholders, and contractors.

The ideal candidate will have established relationships with local, state, and federal permitting agencies, with focused experience in NEPA planning and compliance, and a strong understanding of key environmental programs.

What You’ll Bring:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with professional networks, clients, and jurisdictional authorities
• Continuous learning to expand regulatory expertise
• Excelling in a dynamic environment

Requirements

• National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA): Developing required transportation NEPA documentation for Categorical Exclusions and Environmental Assessments, interfacing with agencies (e.g., lead federal agency, state agencies, State Historic Preservation Office [SHPO], USACE, USFWS) to secure necessary reviews and guidance, and coordinating a multidisciplinary team.
• Regulatory Compliance: Navigating federal, state, and local regulations, and liaising with transportation agencies such as DOT, and FHWA and keeping a pulse of evolving environmental law.
• Collaboration and Interdisciplinary Work: Engaging with engineers to integrate environmental considerations and facilitating cross disciplinary work.
• Comprehensive Background In: Environmental regulatory compliance, transportation projects and coordination with DOT and FHWA is required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, biology, ecology, soils, environmental science, environmental policy, natural resource management, or related field
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in environmental permitting and regulatory compliance
• Working knowledge of NEPA compliance in accordance with FHWA guidelines required
• Proficiency in interpreting site plans, topographic maps, aerial photographs, and other mapping resources
• Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with teams while independently pursuing NEPA compliance with a client-focused mindset
• Business acumen, a strong work ethic, and excellent problem solving-abilities
• Exceptional ability to communicate across written and spoken mediums
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team

Why Shive-Hattery?

Our learning and teaching culture is founded on collaboration. You will learn from and teach other employees while working across disciplines. You will grow your skills and continue your professional growth at Shive-Hattery.

Shive-Hattery offers an outstanding and competitive total compensation package including competitive pay and over 35 different benefits.

• Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
• Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
• FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
• 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
• 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
• Overtime Bonus
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• First Time License Bonus
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
• …And Many More!

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

• At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:

To protect the interests of all parties, Shive-Hattery and its partners will not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from a recruiter or staffing agency who is not operating under an executed recruiting or staffing services contract with Shive-Hattery. Please do not contact our employees directly in that regard or otherwise submit unsolicited candidate information in any form.

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

316 West Washington Avenue, Suite 975
Madison, WI 53703

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