[Hiring] Environmental Permitting Specialist/Natural Resource Scientist @AECOM

Role Description

AECOM's Northeast Environmental Planning & Permitting Department has a career opportunity for a mid-level Environmental Permitting Specialist/Natural Resource Scientist in our New England Office Locations. The position is remote but will require time in offices or client sites as needed.

• Strong understanding of the Massachusetts Environmental Regulatory Programs including:
• Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act Regulations (310 CMR 10:00)
• USACE S. 404/10 and 401 WQC programs
• Working familiarity with MADEP Ch.91 Program and MEPA
• Proven ability to prepare permit applications within these programs.
• Some wetland/wildlife field ecology is also part of this role.
• Support Energy Projects (electric energy transmission, generation and renewables), state and private sector infrastructure improvement programs, and federal projects.

Qualifications

• BA / BS in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology or related field +6 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.
• US Citizenship is required due to the nature of work.
• Environmental Permitting experience required.
• Wetlands experience in Massachusetts required.

Requirements

• Strong writing skills and the ability to draft environmental permitting applications.
• GIS skills and strong computer skills needed.
• Additional background in other New England Environmental Regulatory Programs desired.

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.