Permit Coordinator

ESPO Corporation; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist / Permit Coordinator for a long-term contract in Albuquerque, NM. This position involves managing environmental permits for energy projects, requiring a strong background in environmental science and extensive experience with regulatory compliance.

Benefits

PTO

Health and Dental Insurance

401k

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting requirements.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project teams on environmental permitting tasks.
• Interface daily with various agencies for approvals.
• Advise clients and team members on compliance strategies.

Skills

Project Coordination

Knowledge of Permitting Regulations

Self-motivation

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Staff Environmental Scientist / Permit Coordinator

Staff Environmental Scientist / Permit Coordinator

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PERMIT COORDINATOR

Location: Albuquerque, NM
Job type: Long-term Contract

Our global EPC Firm client is hiring a Staff Environmental Scientist / Permit Coordinatorfor a long-term contract opportunity for their Albuquerque, NM location.

This position will require knowledge of the federal, state, and local permitting requirements associated with the development and construction of electrical distribution, transmission, and substation projects for Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) as part of their Infrastructure Investment Program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinating with project teams on a variety of tasks, including completion of field surveys, environmental permitting with federal, state, and local agencies, and review of necessary project reports and materials.
• Coordinate with contractors, PMs, and clients regarding project schedule, permit status, and all pre-, current, and post- construction permit and Work Order needs.
• Review process and ensure that compliance and necessary updates are made known to all stakeholders.
• Coordinator must be available when necessary to advise contractors, engineers, and project managers.
• Daily interfacing with various agencies to obtain approvals, submit permit applications, and prepare responses in a timely manner.
• Applying technical and creative solutions to environmental/non environmental permitting.
• Advising clients and team members of appropriate strategies to obtain permits and maintain compliance with regulations and permit conditions.
• Managing work within budget and schedule expectations for each project.
• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Travel may be required as necessary and required by project or client commitments.

REQUIREMENTS

• B.S. or M.S. in environmental science, environmental planning, biology, ecology, or related field from an accredited program is required (Must show on resume).
• Minimum 4 years of related professional experience is required (consulting preferred).
• Knowledge of regulations and permitting requirements for wetlands, threatened and endangered species, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits, stormwater and erosion & sediment control, cultural resources and architectural history, the National Environmental Policy Act, and state and local municipalities.
• Knowledge of transmission, distribution, and substation construction schedules and workload preferred.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to collaborate with a team.
• Ability to manage in a dynamic team environment, work under pressure to meet deadlines, and work effectively and professionally with various audiences (i.e., regulators, public officials, clients, etc.).
• Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.
• Proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ArcGIS Pro).
  

ESPO Corporation
Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965

ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting

• Industries

  Oil and Gas, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities

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