Water Resources/Environmental Specialist

Description

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Planning: Interacting with lead federal agencies and assisting clients with navigating NEPA requirements, including Categorical Exemptions, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements.

Environmental Planning: Assess proposed projects for potential impacts and determine whether floodplain, wetland, construction stormwater, and/or groundwater dewatering discharge permits may apply.

Client, Contractor, and Regulatory Engagement: Collaborate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to provide technical guidance, address concerns, and ensure project success. This role may also coordinate with regulatory agency staff.

• Wetland Delineations: Delineate wetland and non-wetland waters using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) methodology.
• Preparation of Stormwater Management Plans (SWMPs): Develop and implement SWMPs to effectively address pollution in stormwater runoff and manage the municipal review and resubmittal process for these SWMPs.
• Regulatory Support: Evaluate Clean Water Act Section 404 (CWA 404) regulatory requirements and assist projects in obtaining necessary permissions and/or permits

Requirements

The successful candidate will use their problem-solving skills, critical thinking, passion for learning, and strong work ethic to thrive both independently and within project teams. Effective written and verbal communication skills combined with professional integrity are essential for contributing to a cohesive company culture and building trusting relationships with other employees, clients, and public agencies.

Interested applicants should have at least a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a similar degree and at least some professional experience. Post-graduate education, including professional training and internships, is desirable. Success in this role will require a high degree of professionalism, time management, clear communication, analytical thinking, accountability, and decision quality. The ability to receive and adapt to feedback will be important.

Benefits

Fieldwork: Most fieldwork will be conducted as day trips from the Denver office, with periodic opportunities for overnight travel as project demands arise.

• Voluntary dental, vision, and more
• Full-time position based in Denver office with a salary range of $70,000–$100,000 (commensurate with experience, education, and skills) plus a discretionary quarterly bonus program
• Retirement plan with a company match and profit-sharing, upon eligibility
• Career development opportunities in a dynamic and challenging work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance plans, life insurance, and long-term disability
• Additional perks such as flexible spending and dependent care accounts

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance