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Burns & McDonnell · 3 weeks ago

Staff Environmental Scientist - Permitting Specialist (Multiple Locations)

Orlando, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

4+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist (Permitting Specialist) to join their regional permitting team. This role involves completing field work, permit applications, and task management across various market sectors such as transmission, oil and gas, renewable energy, and transportation.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Jeremy Johnson

Responsibilities

Perform wetland delineations with strict adherence to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers protocol and procedures

Complete field investigations that may include habitat evaluations for threatened and endangered species and/or evaluation of other potentially sensitive resources

Compose technical reports presenting results from field investigations and develop appropriate applications/consultations necessary for various regulatory approvals

Conduct permit compliance tasks, federal/state/local permit applications, agency consultations

Assist project manager with field-oriented tasks, project permit tracking, agency consultations

Office related tasks would include report writing, QA/QC review, assistance with compliance related tasks

Frequent overnight travel to field locations may be required (50-70%)

All other duties as assigned

Qualification

Wetland delineationsPermit complianceEnvironmental regulations knowledgeTechnical report writingProficient in Microsoft OfficeTeam collaborationDetail-orientedEffective communication

Required

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

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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