Senior Environmental Specialist - Transport & Permitting

Alliant Engineering; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Bonus Opportunities

Profit Sharing

ESOP

401k Contribution

Medical Plan with HSA

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Schedules

Casual Work Environment

Professional Development

Community Involvement

Employee Events

Job summary

Alliant Engineering, Inc., an employee-owned firm, seeks a Senior Environmental Specialist to lead wetland delineations, permit applications, and environmental documentation on transportation and land development projects in Minnesota.

You will work in the field with contractors and regulators, and in the office guiding design, permitting, and MEPA/NEPA analyses, reporting to CECO on large projects.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Environmental Science, Soil Science, Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, or related major.
• Minimum 7+ years of wetland experience, preferably with road or land development projects in design, construction, or permitting.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction practices and applicable environmental regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead wetland delineations following USACE guidelines and develop delineation reports.
• Prepare environmental permit applications (NPDES, USACE 404, MPCA 401, WCA, MN DNR Waters, and endangered species).
• Lead MEPA and NEPA documentation including EIS, EA/EAW, and CATEX.
• Lead vegetation and wildlife habitat surveys.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Written communication

Oral communication

Organization

Multitasking

Education

BA/BS in Environmental Science or related field

Licensed Professional Soil Scientist (Minnesota)

Certified Minnesota Wetland Professional (CMWP/CMWPIT)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alliant Engineering, Inc., an employee-owned firm, seeks a Senior Environmental Specialist to lead wetland delineations, permit applications, and environmental documentation on transportation and land development projects in Minnesota.

You will work in the field with contractors and regulators, and in the office guiding design, permitting, and MEPA/NEPA analyses, reporting to CECO on large projects.