Senior Environmental Specialist - Environmental - Columbus, OH

American Structurepoint, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to improving community quality of life as a Senior Environmental Specialist. In this role, you will collaborate with experienced professionals to assess environmental impacts on diverse infrastructure projects. Your expertise in environmental documentation, field data collection, and GIS software will be crucial in developing practical solutions while maintaining high standards. This innovative firm values excellence, respect, and integrity, providing opportunities for growth and mentorship. If you are passionate about making a difference in the environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant consulting or regulatory experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare environmental documentation under NEPA requirements.
• Conduct wetland and waterway delineations and assessments.

Skills

Environmental Documentation

Field Data Collection

Communication Skills

GIS Software

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's in Geology

Master's in Environmental Science

Tools

MS Office

ARC GIS

Job description

Senior Environmental Specialist - Environmental - Columbus, OH

Job Locations: US-OH-Columbus

Job ID: 2025-2621

Category/Group: Environmental Services Group

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

Overview

When you join American Structurepoint, you become part of a family of talented, passionate, good-hearted people dedicated to going the extra mile for our clients. We are known for making the impossible happen in building and improving communities worldwide. Our values include excellence, respect, integrity, innovation, and social responsibility. We encourage our experts to explore new ideas and invest in their growth through benefits, training, development, and mentorship. If you seek more than a career, consider joining us to help improve community quality of life.

Group: Environmental

Position: Senior Environmental Specialist

Location: Columbus, OH

We are seeking a team-oriented, energetic problem solver to join our environmental science team. You will work with experienced Project Managers, Geologists, Ecologists, and Environmental Specialists on characterizing natural resources and assessing potential environmental impacts on diverse infrastructure projects.

Successful candidates will share our vision of integrating built environments and natural resources by seeking practical solutions while maintaining high standards in our fast-paced, growing environmental practice.

Responsibilities

General Duties

• Prepare environmental documentation under NEPA requirements.
• Conduct wetland and waterway delineations and assessments.
• Draft delineation reports and waterway permits.
• Additional duties may include wetland/stream mitigation plans, mitigation site monitoring, Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, and general environmental consulting.

Technical Duties

• Perform field data collection for environmental investigations and natural resource surveys.
• Collect and analyze environmental samples (soil, water, etc.).
• Gather geographic data using GPS and GIS software.
• Create maps depicting environmental data and project-specific information.
• Assess impacts to natural and human environments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop technical reports and permit applications.
• Coordinate with government agencies regarding natural and socio-economic resources.
• Maintain proficiency with environmental regulations related to transportation and civil projects.
• Assist in public participation and outreach efforts.

Client Coordination

• Maintain positive client relationships and assist in resolving project questions.
• Identify new business opportunities.
• Support business development efforts.

Quality Assurance

• Review work products for quality and compliance.
• Respond promptly to regulatory agency comments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Geology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field.
• 4+ years of relevant consulting or regulatory experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively and self-motivate.
• Ability to work in variable conditions, including remote sites.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with ARC GIS preferred.