Staff Environmental Scientist

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist to facilitate construction permit compliance, stormwater compliance, and environmental inspections across a range of projects, including renewable energy and transmission. The role requires field work up to 50% and travel to field locations.

Qualified candidates have a biology/environmental science degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, with strong analytical and communication skills and knowledge of permitting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of related professional experience; or 3 years with a master's degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear verbal and written communication of technical information.
• Working knowledge of environmental permitting, site assessments, and compliance audits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare permitting applications and analyze environmental data for construction projects.
• Conduct environmental compliance inspections or audits at active sites.
• Prepare SWPPP and ESC plans for projects.
• Assist in preparing a variety of permitting applications (stormwater, wetlands, zoning, etc.).
• Travel up to 50% for field work and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology / Environmental Science

Tools

ArcGIS

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

GPS in field

Job description

Description

The Staff Environmental Scientist will facilitate construction permit compliance, stormwater compliance, environmental inspections and federal/state/local permitting on a variety of projects. Burns & McDonnell is a 100% employee-owned firm ranked on FORTUNE’s List of 100 Best Companies to Work For and voted as a Best Place to Work in cities across the United States.

• Prepare permitting applications, analyze environmental data, and conduct environmental compliance inspections or audits for various types of construction projects, including renewable projects, high-voltage transmission line routing, oil and gas facilities and power generation construction activities.
• Prepare Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) Plans .
• Perform Best Management Practices (BMP) inspections and environmental site assessments.
• Assist in preparing a wide variety of permitting applications such as stormwater, wetland, driveway, zoning, and utility permitting.
• Duties includes a mix of report writing, permit preparation and travel up to 50%.
• Stewards compliance with company and site safety policies
• Other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science or a related natural science degree from an accredited program is required.
• Minimum 4 years of related professional experience; or 3 years of related professional experience and a master’s degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.
• Working knowledge of environmental permitting process (i.e., basic knowledge of waters and wetland permitting, threatened and endangered species permitting and cultural resources), environmental site assessment methods, environmental compliance and compliance audits.
• Experience in conducting inspections/audits of active construction sites is a plus
• Experience in the ArcGIS desktop environment (certificate is preferred).
• Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with a GPS unit in the field is a plus.
• Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
• Ability to work up to 50% or more in the field, and overnight travel to field locations.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job: Environmental

Primary Location: US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 265368

Job Hire Type: Experienced #LI-GS #ENS