Environmental and Permitting Specialist (Remote)

Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible. Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

Olsson is currently seeking a motivated and experienced Environmental and Permitting Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring proven expertise in conducting natural resource evaluations and performing permitting, including developing permitting strategies for large, complex projects. This role requires effective coordination of fieldwork and subsequent reporting, the ability to direct and provide technical expertise for field and office staff, and effective, proactive interactions with clients, stakeholders, and contractors. Successful candidates will demonstrate adeptness in managing budgets, invoicing, and schedules. Existing positive relationships with local, state, and federal permitting entities are preferred. Background with utility, including oil and gas, and transportation projects is highly valued, along with a comprehensive understanding of key environmental permit programs such as U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Section 404/10, Bureau of Land Management, and U.S. Forest Service special use permits, Colorado Parks and Wildlife High Priority Habitat considerations, NEPA, and wetlands and other natural resource investigations. Strong county/1041 permitting experience, especially in Colorado, along with right-of-way (ROW), access, ditch, railroad, and similar permitting efforts with authorities with jurisdiction. Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare scope and fee packages, letters, and proposals; lead federal/state/local environmental and permitting efforts with the authorities with jurisdiction; provide technical and permitting oversight; and review/author technical reports.
• Interpret regulations for project design considerations and identify strategic permitting pathways.
• Coordinate project tasks and permit application preparations to meet deadlines.
• Conduct timely and proactive internal and client communications.
• Manage projects and project teams, overseeing day-to-day activities.

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in working remotely, hybrid, and from any Olsson office location.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.
• Developing and maintaining your professional network, client relationships, and relationships with staff with authorities with jurisdiction.
• Working in a fast-paced environment.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Biology, Ecology, Soils, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in interpreting site plans, topographic maps, aerial photographs, and other mapping resources.
• Willingness to learn and expand regulatory knowledge.
• Strong technical writing skills: writing examples may be requested.
• Comfortable presenting to small and large groups, including regulators and members of the public.
• Experience with and a solid understanding of county/1041 regulations, county permits, and other ROW, access, ditch, railroad, and similar permitting with other authorities with jurisdiction.
• A strong work ethic, problem-solving abilities, and ability to independently and lead staff.
• A business mindset and understanding of client needs.

Additional Information Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we are here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it. As an Olsson employee, you will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you will:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities.
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match.
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards individual and team performance.
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements.

Typical range for this position is $90,000 to $118,000+ and is commensurate with experience relative to the position. Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability,, or military status. #LI-TG1 Apply To This Job