Permitting/Resource Specialists - Electric Transmission and Renewables

ZipRecruiter; New Brighton (MN); Remote; USD 77,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Permitting/Resource Specialists to join their dynamic Power Sector team. This role offers the chance to work on exciting projects involving electric transmission, wind, and solar energy. With a focus on environmental compliance and permitting, you'll be part of a collaborative environment that values professional integrity and quality work. Enjoy the flexibility of remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangements, along with generous benefits including 4 weeks of paid vacation and career-related training. If you're passionate about making a difference in the energy sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

4 weeks paid vacation

10 paid holidays

Generous benefits packages

Career-related training

Travel support for remote employees

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with U.S. permitting processes in power industries.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental review and permitting processes for energy projects.
• Oversee environmental field surveys and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Technical writing skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Self-starter tendencies

Ability to work under pressure

Data analysis and interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Advanced degrees in related fields

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

MERJENT'S POWER SECTOR IS GROWING!

Position Summary

Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) has exciting opportunities for Permitting/Resource Specialists with demonstrated success in the power sector to support current and future projects. The successful candidates will join our existing Power Sector, which includes electric transmission, wind, solar, and other low-carbon energy sources. Technical knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting regulations is required.

This is a full-time benefits eligible opportunity that can be based anywhere in the US. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $77,000 and $108,000 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience. These positions are also bonus eligible.

Why Merjent?

Merjent is a medium-sized consulting and engineering company dedicated to creating an environment where both people and projects succeed. Merjent has staff located across the United States who may choose a remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangement. All full-time employees begin their tenure at Merjent with 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. In addition, employees receive 10 paid holidays and generous benefits and compensation packages. Merjent supports annual career-related training for employees to become or continue as leaders in their field of expertise. Merjent facilitates organic growth within the company and encourages employees to bring their ideas forward to grow existing and create new service lines within and beyond the currently served sectors of energy, mining, transportation, manufacturing and construction, land development industries, and government. Merjent also invests in its company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

The Merjent difference is real - it's based on a commitment to our values, which guide us in how we work with clients and each other. Our commitment to quality and professional integrity encompasses everything we do. We are proud of our reputation for delivering quality work and building long-term, trusting relationships with our clients and with regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Support the environmental review, permitting, and compliance process for clients in the Power Sector (i.e., wind, solar, electric transmission, battery storage, nuclear).
• Support projects that involve analysis of the environmental impacts of proposed energy projects, including analyses to support development of environmental permit applications, plans, and environmental compliance documents.
• Oversee environmental field surveys, including internal or external subcontractor communication, scheduling, and associated internal and external protocol development and reporting.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to achieve outcomes.
• Assist, as necessary, with contractor relationships.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or environmental studies, environmental engineering, geography, land use planning, or closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience or familiarity with permitting processes through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), federal land management agencies, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPO), state siting and routing authorities, or other federal, state, or local regulatory agencies, with preference to work completed in the identified power industries.
• A minimum of 1-2 years of experience or familiarity with project management and/or deputy project management.
• Knowledge, interest, experience, and/or advanced degrees in environmental law, planning, anthropology/archaeology, hydrology, biology, wetland ecology, engineering, or other technical fields is a plus.
• Excellent oral communication and technical writing skills.
• Strong self-starter tendencies and excellent organizational/task management skills.
• Able to adapt quickly and work well under pressure, both in large teams and one-on-one.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and in the context of a larger team with other project managers.
• Able to analyze, organize, and interpret data from multiple sources and translate that information into direct, easy to understand written deliverables.
• Must be detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); technical editing experience a plus.
• Must be willing to travel domestically as needed (0-20%), depending on the needs of the project. Field work may be required depending on background and/or interest.

E-Verify

Merjent, Inc. participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to merjent.applicantpro.com.

Merjent, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to and . We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factors. -related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

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