Apex Engineering Group, Inc. · 3 weeks ago
Lead Environmental Planner
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expApex Engineering Group, Inc. is seeking a Lead Environmental Planner to join their Transportation department. This role involves preparing NEPA documentation, participating in business development, and managing environmental planning projects for transportation and water initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Preparing NEPA documentation for projects including Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements and Categorical Exclusions
Participate in business development and marketing activities related to environmental work with existing clients and potential new clients
Prepares technical proposals for project pursuits with other project managers and market leaders
Contributes to project pursuit efforts by participating in interviews for specific projects that have a heavy need for environmental planning
Preparing permits related to the Clean Water Act Sections 10/404 (Corps) and 401 Water Quality Certifications and USFWS Section 7 Consultation
Review field and office wetland delineations and review jurisdictional determinations by agencies
Participate in transportation team, management, and company staff meetings and seminars when appropriate
Assists with the development of budgets for planning work
Responsible for hiring and recruiting other environmental staff as needed and approved by the Sector Leader
Effective communication skills with the public will be required in settings such as public meetings, informational meetings, construction notifications, etc
This position will require the initiative to think independently and make rational judgment calls
Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies
Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail
Must be able to work independently and in a team environment
Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs
Travel and out of town stays may be required; may work overtime especially during deadlines for submittals
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in planning, natural resource management, environmental science, biological science, ecology or related field
5+ years of environmental planning and permitting experience requiring knowledge with NEPA document preparation and environmental permitting
Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be detail orientated, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills
A valid driver's license is required or the ability to obtain one
Preferred
Experience with transportation projects and public agencies located in North Dakota and Minnesota
Specialized experience authoring Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements
Benefits
Performance-based bonuses
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing contribution
Paid parental leave
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Paid time off
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Employee wellness program
Company
Apex Engineering Group, Inc.
We partner with our clients to create practical and efficient solutions for complex water, transportation, municipal facility and environmental projects.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Engineering and Development
Trends of Total Sponsorships
*2021 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Thomas Welle
President and CEO
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