Experienced Environmental Permitting Specialist

Olsson•Denver, CO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Olsson is seeking a motivated and experienced NEPA and Environmental Permitting Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will lead natural resource evaluations and permitting efforts, including developing strategies for medium to large, complex projects. Responsibilities include coordinating fieldwork and reporting, report writing, providing technical guidance to staff, and engaging proactively with clients, stakeholders, and contractors. You will also manage budgets, invoicing, and schedules to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will possess experience with local, state, and federal permitting agencies, NEPA planning and compliance, and a strong understanding of key environmental programs. This includes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Act - Section 404/10, wetlands and natural resource field investigations, federal land special use permits (SF299), as well as local and state regulations, and USFWS Endangered Species Act consultation. Join us and be part of a team that’s making a real impact! We are open to considering candidates in a variety of locations, including areas where we may not currently have an office presence. While we have active openings in Fayetteville, AR; Little Rock, AR; Lincoln, NE; Omaha, NE; Overland Park, KS; Oklahoma City, OK; Colorado Springs, CO; Loveland, CO; and Denver, CO, we welcome candidates interested in other locations as well.

Requirements

Strong communication skills
Ability to contribute and work well on a team
Bachelor’s degree in planning, biology, ecology, soils, environmental science, environmental policy, natural resource management, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in NEPA, environmental permitting, and regulatory compliance
Hands-on experience in interpreting site plans, topographic maps, aerial photographs, and various mapping resources
Self-direction and dependability, with strong follow-through on deadlines and deliverables
Skilled in clearly communicating findings and producing high-quality written deliverables, including reports, memos, and documentation
Aptitude for approaching challenges with curiosity and a solutions-oriented focus

Nice To Haves

Working collaboratively with others
Having ownership in the work you do
Using your talents to positively affect communities
Establishing and nurturing relationships with professional networks, clients, and jurisdictional authorities
Continuous learning to enhance regulatory expertise
Utilizing your skills to manage multiple priorities in a client-focused environment

Responsibilities

Prepare scope and fee packages, proposals, and technical reports
Lead permitting efforts at federal, state, and local levels; provide technical oversight and review deliverables
Interpret regulations to inform project design and identify strategic permitting pathways
Coordinate permit applications and project tasks to meet deadlines
Manage projects and teams, ensuring effective communication and day-to-day oversight
Present to small and large groups including regulators and members of the public