Environmental Permitting Specialist

Universal Engineering Sciences • Pensacola, FL

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About The Position

The Environmental Permitting Specialist is responsible for securing and managing environmental permits to ensure project compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations. This role involves coordinating with regulatory agencies, preparing permit applications and technical documents, and supporting environmental planning for development and operational projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Planning, Natural Resources, or related field.
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• 2–5 years of experience in environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, or environmental consulting.
• Experience with federal (e.g., USACE, EPA, FWS), state, and local permitting processes (e.g., Clean Water Act Section 404/401, Endangered Species Act, NEPA/CEQA).
• Strong understanding of environmental laws and permitting processes.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; GIS or environmental modeling tools is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple permit applications and deadlines efficiently.
• Ability to read and write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as writing routine reports and correspondence, and speaking effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience with GIS or environmental modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Research and interpret applicable environmental laws and regulations.
• Prepare and submit permit applications for various environmental approvals (e.g., wetlands, air quality, water resources, endangered species, stormwater, waste management).
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies to track permit status and ensure timely approvals.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments or contribute to the preparation of NEPA/CEQA documentation, as required.
• Collaborate with project teams (engineering, legal, construction, planning) to ensure environmental compliance is integrated into project design and schedules.
• Monitor permit conditions and compliance during project execution and operations.
• Maintain records of environmental documentation, approvals, and communications.
• Support due diligence efforts and feasibility studies by identifying permitting risks and timelines.
• Represent the company at public hearings, stakeholder meetings, or agency consultations, if needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees