Staff Environmental Scientist - Permitting Specialist (Multiple Locations) at Burns & McDonnell

%3Cp%3EBurns %26amp; McDonnell is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist (Permitting Specialist) to join our environmental permitting team in the Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA, or Orlando, FL, offices. Burns %26amp; 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.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp%3EThis 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.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp%3EResponsibilities will include:%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul style=%22margin-top: 0in;%22 type=%22square%22%3E%0A%3Cli%3ECoordinating 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.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EDaily interfacing with various agencies to obtain approvals, submit permit applications, and prepare responses in a timely manner.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EApplying technical and creative solutions to environmental permitting.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EAdvising clients and team members of appropriate strategies to obtain permits and maintain compliance with regulations and permit conditions.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EManaging work within budget and schedule expectations for each project.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EEnsure compliance with company and site safety policies.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EAll other duties as assigned.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;%22%3ETravel may be required as necessary and required by project or client commitments.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E

• 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

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