Environmental Permitting & Compliance Specialist

PVE•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Environmental Permitting & Compliance Specialist with oil and gas industry experience to support a range of regulatory, permitting, and field compliance activities. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience preparing permit packages, conducting wetland evaluations, and ensuring environmental compliance for oil and gas and linear infrastructure projects across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio. This position offers the opportunity to work across multiple regulatory programs and states while supporting a diverse portfolio of oil and gas and infrastructure projects. The role blends technical permitting, design coordination, and field compliance, providing strong career growth for candidates looking to deepen their expertise in environmental consulting. PVEDI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PVEDI complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. PVEDI expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
3–10+ years of experience in environmental permitting and compliance, preferably within the oil and gas industry
Demonstrated experience preparing and submitting permit applications in PA, WV, and OH
Strong working knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations and permitting processes
Experience conducting wetland delineations using USACE methodology
Solid understanding of erosion and sediment control practices and stormwater management
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills
Willingness to travel and perform fieldwork in varying terrain and weather conditions
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills
Willingness to perform fieldwork in varying terrain and weather conditions

Nice To Haves

CPESC (or progress toward certification)
Experience with right-of-way support, including slips, design and restoration
Familiarity with cathodic protection design
OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour certification
Experience with GIS, AutoCAD, or similar design/mapping tools
Background in pipeline and other linear project permitting

Responsibilities

Prepare, submit, and manage environmental permit applications, including ESCGP-4, Nationwide Permit 12 (NWP 12), and other applicable general permits
Develop Erosion & Sediment Control (E&S) Plans and Post-Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) plans
Prepare and manage air permitting packages, including GP-5, GP-5A, and GP-1
Support development of grading plans, pipeline alignments, and profiles for oil and gas infrastructure
Conduct wetland delineations in accordance with USACE methodology and support Chapter 105 permitting efforts
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations across PA, WV, and OH
Perform site inspections, environmental compliance audits, and construction monitoring
Coordinate with regulatory agencies, clients, and internal teams to facilitate permitting and resolve compliance issues
Prepare technical reports, permit narratives, and supporting documentation
Provide field oversight to ensure adherence to permit conditions and environmental protection requirements