Staff Environmental Scientist - Permitting Specialist (Atlanta)

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Staff Environmental Scientist in Atlanta, where you will play a crucial role in navigating the complexities of environmental permitting. This position offers the chance to work on diverse projects in oil, gas, and renewable sectors, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, applying your expertise to deliver creative solutions while managing project budgets and timelines. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to sustainable development and make a meaningful impact in the environmental consulting field.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in environmental consulting preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project teams on environmental permitting tasks.
• Interface with agencies to obtain approvals and submit applications.

Skills

Environmental Permitting

Regulatory Knowledge

Field Survey Coordination

Technical Communication

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science

B.S. or M.S. in Biology or Ecology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist (Permitting Specialist) to join the environmental permitting team in our Atlanta, GA, Office. Burns & McDonnell is a 100% employee-owned firm providing the opportunity to exercise your entrepreneurial spirit and develop professionally within a growing and industry-leading consulting firm.

This position will require knowledge of the federal, state, and local permitting requirements associated with the development and construction of new projects throughout the U.S. in market sectors such as oil and gas, electric, and renewables.

Responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating with project teams on a variety of tasks, including completion of field surveys, environmental permitting with federal, state, and local agencies, and review of necessary project reports and materials.

• Daily interfacing with various agencies to obtain approvals, submit permit applications, and prepare responses in a timely manner.

• Applying technical and creative solutions to environmental permitting.

• Advising clients and team members of appropriate strategies to obtain permits and maintain compliance with regulations and permit conditions.

• Managing work within budget and schedule expectations for each project.

• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.

• All other duties as assigned.

• Travel may be required as necessary and required by project or client commitments.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in environmental science, environmental planning, biology, ecology, or related field from an accredited program.

• Minimum 4 years of related professional experience, consulting preferred.

• Knowledge of regulations and permitting requirements for wetlands, threatened and endangered species, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits, stormwater and erosion & sediment control, cultural resources and architectural history, and the National Environmental Policy Act.

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to collaborate with a team.

• Ability to manage in a dynamic team environment, work under pressure to meet deadlines, and work effectively and professionally with various audiences (i.e., regulators, public officials, clients, etc.).

• Ability to travel outside of normal working hours, including weekends.

• Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.

• Proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• 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

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

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Environmental

Primary Location US-GA-Atlanta

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time

Req ID: 244548

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JJ #ENS