Environmental Permitting Specialist - PA - Merjent

position summary

Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) is seeking an Environmental Permitting Specialist to work closely with our current clients and Merjent project team(s) to manage and permit a variety of utility infrastructure projects located primarily in the State of Pennsylvania. These projects include linear facilities (natural gas, electric, etc.) and stand-alone facilities (renewable generation, substations, etc.). Projects will range from quick-turn operations and maintenance projects to multi-year, large-scale projects with complex schedules and deadlines.

The position requires regular coordination with clients and internal project teams. The role requires leadership of project reviews and permit assessments, ability to apply for and obtain necessary environmental permits and approvals, and to ensure project compliance. The Environmental Permitting Specialist will coordinate with Merjent's resource specialists to complete necessary field surveys, specialty resource reviews, GIS deliverables, and other project-specific needs. To satisfy these requirements, the position requires technical knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations applicable to utility and energy projects in Pennsylvania.

The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $87,600 and $119,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

responsibilities

The following responsibilities are general duties that an employee in this position may be required to perform. The actual duties required of this position will vary.

• Work closely with Project Managers and/or serve as a Project Manager to manage a variety of utility infrastructure projects for client(s) that operate in the State of Pennsylvania
• Review and prepare permit applications for federal, state, and local (city, village, town, and county) authorizations needed for wetland and waterway crossings; protected species and cultural resources impacts; erosion control/storm water control; and floodplain zoning impacts.
• Ensure clients and projects receive effective and successful environmental guidance, obtain necessary permits and approvals (federal, state, and local), and remain in compliance with laws and regulations applicable in Pennsylvania.
• Coordinate with internal project teams(s) and/or subcontractors to complete necessary resource reviews.
• Provide schedule and cost estimates for project work and meet those expectations.
• Work with internal and external clients to maintain Merjent's reputation for excellence and integrity.

required qualifications and experience

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

• B.A. or B.S. in Environmental Science, Biology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of utility-focused environmental permitting experience in Pennsylvania, including demonstrated success working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, State Historic Preservation Office, Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, and local units of government.
• Strong self-starter tendencies and excellent organizational/task management skills.
• Ability to multi-task; adapt quickly; work well under pressure, both in large teams and one-on-one; work independently with minimal supervision; and analyze, organize, and interpret data from multiple sources and translate that information into direct, easy to understand written deliverables.
• Must be detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral communication and technical writing skills. Proficient at the Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); technical editing and ArcGIS experience a plus.
• Must be willing to travel as needed (0-20%), depending on the needs of the project. Some field work may be required depending on background and/or interest.

Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment to merjent.applicantpro.com.

Merjent, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

Merjent is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.