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Description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist (Permitting Specialist) to join the regional permitting team in one of its offices in either Atlanta, GA; Charlotte, NC; or Orlando, FL. This individual will complete field work, permit applications and task management for a variety of market sectors, including transmission, oil and gas, renewable, and transportation.

The Staff Environmental Scientist will work with the office’s Natural & Cultural Resources group within our Environmental Services Global Practice to perform the following duties:

+ Perform wetland delineations with strict adherence to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers protocol and procedures

+ Complete field investigations that may include habitat evaluations for threatened and endangered species and/or evaluation of other potentially sensitive resources

+ Compose technical reports presenting results from field investigations and develop appropriate applications/consultations necessary for various regulatory approvals.

+ Conduct permit compliance tasks, federal/state/local permit applications, agency consultations

+ Assist project manager with field-oriented tasks, project permit tracking, agency consultations

+ Office related tasks would include report writing, QA/QC review, assistance with compliance related tasks

+ Frequent overnight travel to field locations may be required (50-70%)

+ All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

+ B.S. or M.S. in environmental science, environmental planning, biology, ecology, or related field from an accredited program.

+ Minimum 4 years of related professional experience, consulting preferred.

+ Knowledge of regulations and permitting requirements for wetlands, threatened and endangered species, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits, stormwater and erosion & sediment control, cultural resources and architectural history, and the National Environmental Policy Act.

+ Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to collaborate with a team.

+ Ability to manage in a dynamic team environment, work under pressure to meet deadlines, and work effectively and professionally with various audiences (i.e., regulators, public officials, clients, etc.).

+ Ability to travel outside of normal working hours, including weekends.

+ Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.

+ Proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

+ Valid driver's license required; in addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

**Job** Environmental

**Primary Location** US-GA-Atlanta

**Other Locations** US-FL-Orlando, US-NC-Charlotte

**Schedule:** Full-time

**Travel:** Yes, 50 % of the Time

**Req ID:** 253589

**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-JJ #ENS