Senior Environmental Planner - NEPA, Permits, Remote/Hybrid

Apex Engineering Group, Inc.; Minot (ND); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan with employer match and P2

Paid parental leave

FSAs and HSAs

Paid time off

Short- and long-term disability

Employee wellness program

Job summary

Apex Engineering Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Environmental Planner to support NEPA documentation, permitting, and client development across ND and MN projects.

The role involves coordination with transportation teams, field work, and in-person meetings at multiple offices or remotely within 100 miles of ND offices. The position demands a 5+ year track record in environmental planning and permitting, with strong communication skills and initiative for independent and collaborative work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, natural resource management, environmental science, biology, ecology, or related field.
• 5+ years of environmental planning and permitting experience with NEPA knowledge.
• Experience with transportation projects and ND/MN public agencies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare NEPA documentation for projects including Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements and Categorical Exclusions.
• Support business development and marketing activities related to environmental work with existing and potential clients.
• Prepare technical proposals for project pursuits with other project managers and market leaders.
• Contribute to project pursuit efforts by participating in interviews for projects with heavy environmental planning needs.
• Prepare permits related to the Clean Water Act Sections 10/404 (Corps) and 401 Water Quality Certifications and USFWS Section 7 Consultation.
• Review field and office wetland delineations and review jurisdictional determinations by agencies.
• Travel and attend meetings, assist with budgets, and participate in professional organizations.

Skills

Communication

Detail orientation

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning, natural resource management, environmental science, biology or ecology

Tools

Microsoft Windows/Office

Job description

Apex Engineering Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Environmental Planner to support NEPA documentation, permitting, and client development across ND and MN projects.

The role involves coordination with transportation teams, field work, and in-person meetings at multiple offices or remotely within 100 miles of ND offices. The position demands a 5+ year track record in environmental planning and permitting, with strong communication skills and initiative for independent and collaborative work.