Environmental Solutions Analyst II

Resource Environmental Solutions LLC • Lafayette, LA

11h

About The Position

At RES, we’re looking for purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about restoration and sustainability, and who want their work to make a lasting environmental impact. Our team members go above and beyond, bringing initiative, integrity, and a strong work ethic to every project. Collaboration is key—we thrive on teamwork, open communication, and diverse perspectives. In a field that constantly changes, we value those who are resilient, adaptable, and resourceful in the face of challenges. If you're intellectually curious, eager to learn, and ready to help restore ecosystems and protect natural resources, you’ll find your place here.
RES is looking for a Solutions Analyst II to join our team in Houston, TX.
As a Solutions Analyst II, you’ll sit at the intersection of data, permitting, and business strategy—turning complex regulatory, technical, and financial information into clear, decision-ready insights. Your work will directly support opportunity qualification, proposal development, market/client research, and deal analysis, helping RES deliver nature-based solutions across our markets.
Why You’ll Love This Job
You’ll influence what we pursue next. Your research and analysis will help shape where and how RES invests time and resources in the Gulf Coast and beyond.
You’ll work across disciplines. You’ll partner with Sales, Science, Engineering, Regulatory, Finance, Project Management, and Land to build integrated solutions.
You’ll build durable, high-demand skills. You’ll deepen your capabilities in analysis, writing, GIS/data tools, stakeholder preparation, and strategic thinking.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (any discipline; environmental, engineering, planning, business, economics, or similar is common)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a related field (or demonstrated comparable competencies)
• Experience or knowledge in public infrastructure funding, project development, or planning (can be direct or adjacent experience)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and ability to produce polished, client-ready documents (Adobe Pro preferred)
• Excel data handling + formulas; comfort working with large datasets
• Fundamental understanding of environmental regulations and permitting (e.g., 404, ESA 7/10, stormwater)
• Excellent communication, with strong organization, attention to detail, and time management

Nice To Haves

• Experience in mitigation banking, ecological restoration, environmental consulting, or related markets
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS (preferred)
• Tableau or Power BI experience (preferred)
• Experience with proposal writing (RFQ/RFPs, scopes, technical narratives)
• Experience working directly with permitting strategy, regulatory agencies, or permit applications
• Coding skills (Python, R, SQL, etc.) for analysis/automation

Responsibilities

• Build desktop evaluations and early-stage opportunity assessments using environmental, regulatory, and site data.
• Outline permitting pathways and constraints, applying working knowledge of key regulations (e.g., CWA Section 404, ESA Sections 7 & 10, local stormwater requirements).
• Research clients, industries, and markets to prepare teams for external meetings and opportunity pursuit decisions.
• Draft and coordinate RFQ/RFP responses, proposals, scopes of work, and internal memos—creating polished, client-ready deliverables.
• Work with large datasets and financial models: summarize trends, interpret outputs, and perform QA/QC on pro formas, budgets, and basic P&L inputs.
• Translate business requirements and technical content into clear narratives for both technical and non-technical audiences.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees