Senior Environmental Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected international law firm is seeking a highly skilled Senior Environmental Attorney to join its Environmental practice group. This role is ideal for attorneys with strong experience in environmental law and a passion for advising clients on high-stakes transactions across the energy and infrastructure sectors. You will counsel clients on regulatory compliance, manage environmental permitting processes, and provide strategic guidance on evolving areas such as energy transition and carbon policy. Join a forward-thinking firm where your expertise will make a significant impact on large-scale projects.

Benefits

Fertility and family-forming benefits

$2,500 vacation award

Wellness support including Peloton membership

Reimbursement for business development activities

Executive coaching

20 days PTO

14 weeks paid parental leave

11 paid holidays annually

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in environmental law and defense.
• Expertise in federal and state environmental regulatory programs.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients on environmental laws affecting energy and infrastructure.
• Lead permitting processes and manage environmental reviews.

Skills

NEPA

CEQA

CERCLA

RCRA

UIC

ESA

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Client Relationship Management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview
A respected international law firm is seeking a highly skilled Senior Environmental Attorney to join its Environmental practice group. The position involves advising on regulatory compliance, permitting, site remediation, and risk management related to large-scale infrastructure, renewable energy, and power projects. This role is ideal for attorneys with strong experience in environmental law and a passion for advising clients on high-stakes, high-value transactions across the energy and infrastructure sectors, particularly in connection with project finance and M&A.

Location

Duties

• Counsel clients on federal and state environmental laws impacting energy and infrastructure development.
• Lead environmental permitting processes, including air, water, wetlands, UIC, and offshore facility permits.
• Manage environmental reviews under NEPA, CEQA, and similar state processes.
• Advise on remediation strategies under CERCLA, RCRA, and related state waste programs.
• Conduct due diligence and draft environmental provisions in project finance and M&A transactions.
• Coordinate with lenders, developers, and project finance teams on environmental risk mitigation.
• Interpret and assess third-party environmental reports such as Phase I/II ESAs and ecological assessments.
• Review title and survey documentation to identify environmental and land use restrictions.
• Provide legal guidance on ESA compliance, habitat conservation, and land use permitting.
• Advise on environmental implications of carbon markets, CCS, and energy transition technologies.
• Support clients involved in cross-border energy projects and international compliance matters.

Requirements

• 7 years of experience in environmental law and environmental defence.
• Demonstrated expertise with U.S. federal and state environmental regulatory programs.
• Substantial involvement in energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Experience handling complex permitting and environmental review processes.
• Familiarity with risk allocation in transactional contexts, including representations and indemnities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with legal, technical, and finance professionals.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Deep knowledge of NEPA, CEQA, CERCLA, RCRA, UIC, ESA, and related laws.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in evaluating complex environmental documents and surveys.
• Practical understanding of land use laws and public utilities regulations.
• Ability to provide strategic guidance on evolving areas such as energy transition and carbon policy.
• Skilled in managing client relationships and navigating cross-disciplinary teams.
• Fertility and family-forming benefits available to all full-time employees.
• $2,500 vacation award tied to billable performance thresholds.
• Wellness support including: Peloton app membership, Lyra Health services (8 free sessions annually), Spot Pet Insurance.
• Reimbursement for business development activities.
• Executive coaching for attorneys meeting specific benchmarks.
• 8 hours annually designated for pro bono or community service.
• $50,000 referral bonus for successful lateral attorney placements.
• Access to cutting-edge legal technology and innovation platforms.
• Comprehensive health and financial benefits, including: Three medical plans, Dental and vision coverage, Life and disability insurance, Flexible spending and health savings accounts, 401(k) plan with profit sharing.
• Minimum of 20 days PTO based on tenure and role.
• 14 weeks paid parental leave.
• 11 paid holidays annually.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
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