[Hiring] Experienced Environmental Permitting Specialist @Olsson

Role Description

At Olsson, we help our clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes with ease. We ensure proactive compliance with key environmental laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Our innovative methods empower clients to achieve project goals while protecting our natural resources.

Olsson is seeking a motivated and experienced NEPA and Environmental Permitting Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will:

• Lead natural resource evaluations and permitting efforts, including developing strategies for medium to large, complex projects.
• Coordinate fieldwork and reporting, report writing, and provide technical guidance to staff.
• Engage proactively with clients, stakeholders, and contractors.
• Manage budgets, invoicing, and schedules to ensure successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate will possess experience with local, state, and federal permitting agencies, NEPA planning and compliance, and a strong understanding of key environmental programs, including:

• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Act - Section 404/10
• Wetlands and natural resource field investigations
• Federal land special use permits (SF299)
• Local and state regulations
• USFWS Endangered Species Act consultation

Join us and be part of a team that’s making a real impact!

We are open to considering candidates in a variety of locations, including areas where we may not currently have an office presence. While we have active openings in:

• Fayetteville, AR
• Little Rock, AR
• Lincoln, NE
• Omaha, NE
• Overland Park, KS
• Oklahoma City, OK
• Colorado Springs, CO
• Loveland, CO
• Denver, CO

We welcome candidates interested in other locations as well.

Qualifications

• Passionate about working collaboratively with others
• Ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities
• Establishing and nurturing relationships with professional networks, clients, and jurisdictional authorities
• Continuous learning to enhance regulatory expertise
• Utilizing your skills to manage multiple priorities in a client-focused environment
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Bachelor’s degree in planning, biology, ecology, soils, environmental science, environmental policy, natural resource management, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in NEPA, environmental permitting, and regulatory compliance
• Hands-on experience in interpreting site plans, topographic maps, aerial photographs, and various mapping resources
• Self-direction and dependability, with strong follow-through on deadlines and deliverables
• Skilled in clearly communicating findings and producing high-quality written deliverables, including reports, memos, and documentation
• Aptitude for approaching challenges with curiosity and a solutions-oriented focus

Requirements

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

Colorado Pay Range: $80,000 - $140,000 USD

Benefits

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Full-time employees will receive a traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.)
• Opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business, creating a lasting impact on the world around us.