Staff Environmental Engineer (NEPA)

Gdh Consulting, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellbeats membership

401(k) plan

Holiday pay

Job summary

GDH is seeking a senior environmental professional to lead NEPA and permitting efforts for infrastructure projects. You will oversee regulatory compliance, develop permit strategies, and coordinate with regulators to ensure successful project execution.

This role requires strong experience with USACE permitting and state permits, and travel around 10%. The position emphasizes managing permitting processes, maintaining regulator relationships, and providing guidance on environmental regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• At least ten years of extensive permit experience, particularly with Clean Water Act and state permits.
• Strong knowledge of USACE permitting processes, including Sections 404, 10, 408, and NEPA obligations.
• Existing relationships and experience interacting with regional regulatory districts, specifically USACE Fort Worth, Galveston, and New Orleans districts.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and submission of state and federal authorization requests, including USACE Section 404/10 permits, stormwater permits, discharge permits, and other relevant authorizations.
• Develop project strategies that balance regulatory compliance with project schedules.
• Maintain current knowledge of environmental regulations such as the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, NEPA, and related statutes.
• Communicate regularly with internal project teams, third-party contractors, and regulatory personnel via written and oral updates.
• Oversee and review natural and cultural resource surveys and associated reporting.
• Ensure ongoing project compliance with all applicable environmental permits and regulations.
• Foster and maintain effective working relationships with regulators, internal stakeholders, and contractors.
• Develop and execute strategies to address regulatory challenges, reducing project delays and costs.
• Provide guidance and oversight in the preparation of environmental reports and resource survey documentation.
• Represent the organization in regulatory meetings and negotiations, ensuring clarity and compliance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, engineering, or a related technical field

Job description

Role Summary

A senior-level environmental professional responsible for leading NEPA and environmental permitting efforts for infrastructure projects. This role involves managing regulatory compliance, developing permit strategies, and coordinating with internal stakeholders and regulators to ensure successful project execution. The position requires overseeing permitting processes, maintaining relationships with regulatory agencies, and providing guidance on environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and submission of state and federal authorization requests, including USACE Section 404/10 permits, stormwater permits, discharge permits, and other relevant authorizations.
• Develop project strategies that balance regulatory compliance with project schedules.
• Maintain current knowledge of environmental regulations such as the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, NEPA, and related statutes.
• Communicate regularly with internal project teams, third-party contractors, and regulatory personnel via written and oral updates.
• Oversee and review natural and cultural resource surveys and associated reporting.
• Ensure ongoing project compliance with all applicable environmental permits and regulations.
• Foster and maintain effective working relationships with regulators, internal stakeholders, and contractors.
• Develop and execute strategies to address regulatory challenges, reducing project delays and costs.
• Provide guidance and oversight in the preparation of environmental reports and resource survey documentation.
• Represent the organization in regulatory meetings and negotiations, ensuring clarity and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• At least ten years of extensive permit experience, particularly with Clean Water Act (e.g., Nationwide Permit 12) and state permits.
• Strong knowledge of USACE permitting processes, including Sections 404, 10, 408, and NEPA obligations.
• Existing relationships and experience interacting with regional regulatory districts, specifically USACE Fort Worth, Galveston, and New Orleans districts.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with project stakeholders, regulators, and senior management.
• Demonstrated success in overcoming permitting challenges to maintain project schedules and reduce costs.
• General understanding of pipeline, storage, and oil/gas facility construction and operation.
• Willingness to work full-time in an office environment.
• Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time.

Publishing Pay Range

$130,000.00 - $150,000.00 annually

This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site.

About GDH

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline - it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

• Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services.
• Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans.
• Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more!

For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH's website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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