AECOM · 2 hours ago
Senior Environmental Scientist
Piscataway, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $140K/yr
6+ years expAECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering projects that create a positive impact. They are seeking a Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist to oversee environmental review projects and manage regulatory permit applications for major infrastructure projects in New Jersey.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage and perform consulting projects to scope, schedule, and budget, learning and applying AECOM’s project management systems and software
Serve as an interface with clients and regulatory personnel on complex projects and through business development initiatives
Serve as a mentor to junior and mid-level staff
Coordinate, manage, and direct project field and data collection efforts
Prepare regulatory permit applications
Perform and oversee wetland delineations and Land Use permitting
Perform client visits and field activities that require work outside the office and evening meetings
Develop, manage, and deliver business strategy and tactics, high-quality proposals, interdisciplinary teams, and documents and report deliverables
Proactively enforce a culture of producing high-quality work and the importance of Health & Safety within the team
Provide technical support to the NJ Environmental Planning Department and individual Project Managers and support inter-disciplinary business development activities
Collaborate with other AECOM offices, practices, and business lines
Support design-bid-build and design-build projects
Stay up-to-date on environmental regulations, new technologies/processes and industry trends
Support Environmental Planning Department Manager with technical and administrative responsibilities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or an earth science-related field or relevant degree that has a focus on transportation, plus six years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and education
Experience developing regulatory permit applications
Preferred
10 plus years of industry experience, preferably with New Jersey transportation agencies (NJTA, NJDOT, NJ TRANSIT, AMTRAK, SJTA)
Master's degree is beneficial
Experience managing multidisciplinary projects and teams, including sub-consultants
Strong client relationship-building skills
Existing, mature, and tested Client relationships
High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently with limited supervision, as well as in a collaborative team environment
Excellent communication skills, including both oral and written
Strong leadership skills
Organizational management skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work
Experience with data platforms, GIS and GPS is preferred
Experience with linear development projects is preferred. Transit or transportation experience is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absences
Voluntary benefits
Perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2012-12-31Grant· $0.01M
2007-05-11IPO
Leadership Team
W. Troy Rudd
CEO
Sandra Broughton
Corporate Vice President - Global Head of Travel
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