Staff Environmental Scientist - Article VIII, Part 102 Permitting (Multiple Locations)

Overview

Lead environmental scientist managing NY utility permitting and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• permitting process

Tasks

-Identifying the appropriate New York State Public Service Commission permitting process applicable to the project in question.

Requirements

• permit experience
• regulatory knowledge
• compliance management
• microsoft office
• environmental degree
• analytical

What You Bring

-Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information. -Must have ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of industry, government, and public contracts on project-related matters. -Minimum 4 years’ related professional experience obtaining environmental permits from various agencies. -A strong understanding of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and specific Article VII requirements is important. -Understanding and the ability to manage compliance efforts during construction, including: SWPPP monitoring; vegetation management and restoration; rare, endangered and threatened species monitoring; invasive species management; and wetlands and waterbodies protection. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. -Proficient in computer software (Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project). -Bachelor's or graduate degree in a natural resources field, environmental science, or related field from an accredited program. -Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. -Understanding and the ability to manage an Article VII amendment, Article VIII Application, or Part 102 application from inception to restoration closeout. -Understanding and the ability to manage associated federal, state, and local permitting requirements associated with the overall effort.

About Burns & Mcdonnell

-The firm grew steadily from municipal roots, evolving into a global design‑build leader with integrated engineering, architecture, and construction services. -Headquartered in Kansas City, it has expanded its operations to more than 75 offices worldwide, including locations in the US, Canada, UK, UAE, India, and the Middle East. -It specializes in sectors such as water, power, transportation, aviation, manufacturing, and oil & gas, undertaking projects ranging from airports to chemical facilities. -Its full‑service model encompasses consulting, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensuring seamless project delivery from concept to operation. -The company is 100% employee‑owned, following a significant employee buyout in the 1980s that redefined its trajectory.

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