Permitting Specialist Coordinator

About the Organization

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

Overview

The Permitting Specialist/Coordinator manages the process of securing legal, environmental, and construction permits. They will submit, track, and ensure compliance for project applications while maintaining detailed, up-to-date documentation. 

Responsibilities

• Manage and track project permits from initiation through approval process.
• Maintain permit logs, support documentation, and resolve permitting issues to keep projects on schedule.
• Assist environmental team in evaluating/screening potential site locations and define/execute environmental due diligence activities.
• Perform environmental regulatory assessments of projects to define and secure environmental permits/approvals including development of an environmental permitting strategy.
• Prepare and submit permit applications, interact with internal/external stakeholders, negotiate with regulatory authorities and create appropriate project/operational documentation.
• Build and maintain projects across all environmental media (air, water, waste, drinking water) to comply with environmental regulations, permit requirements, internal policies and standards for project site construction activities and operations.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, namely biology, land planning, environmental science/engineering, or environmental law/policy or related field.
• Approximately 2-6 years of experience in environmental regulatory permitting and/or operational compliance support with knowledge/involvement in all media, e.g., air, water, waste.
• Experience with power distribution, oil and gas, electrical and/or power plant permitting, required.
• Experience in completing due diligence activities (e.g., Phase I/II ESAs, environmental desktop screening, ROW coordination, cultural/biological/wetlands surveys, permit matrix development, etc.), required.
• Experience with defining and securing environmental permits, approvals, and regulatory requirements for facilities, required.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills along with project management skills and a work process orientation.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal, written communication, presentation, and public relations skills.
• Experience in providing training on key quality and regulatory compliance information.
• Strong partnering and collaboration skills.
• Balanced approach to issue management and mitigation planning.
• Ability to effectively collaborate in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of industry trends and innovations.
• Accounting skills to quantify projects and then communicate results with customers.
• Entrepreneurial with a self-starting personality; ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and effectively execute in a fast-pace work environment.
• Detail oriented with a focus on delivering high quality results.
• Ability to work and communicate professionally and effectively with others at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently, and as part of a team, to take on tasks with high level of complexity.
• Track record of taking initiative, producing quality work, and meeting tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to develop new ideas and creative solutions.
• Ability to complete and manage projects with minimal direction.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, development and construction processes and pricing.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates record of successful project management in complex situations.
• Must be resourceful, flexible, and maintain the ability to react and respond quickly with a focus on accuracy.
• Displays initiative and strong sense of personal motivation as well as responsibility.
• Ability and willingness to travel to various locations as required.

Benefits

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.

Wage Data Per State Requirements

Pay range for this position is $55,000 - $65,000.  The starting salary will be commensurate with skill, education, experience, and working environment.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit/ stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Local Candidates only

No

Drug Free Workplace

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination.  Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

Solicitation

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.