Environmental Specialist

Parsons Corporation•Seattle, WA

37d•$74,800 - $130,900•Onsite

About The Position

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Environmental Specialist to join our team supporting our Federal client! In this role you will join a multi-disciplined environmental team providing onsite support at the client office.

Requirements

BS Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Planning or related field
5+ years NEPA and/or Section 106 experience in support of multi-$M Federal client construction programs.
Experience in producing NEPA-related documentation
Ability to manage projects, interface with clients and enjoy being hands on technically in the project.
US Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

8+ years preferred experience in NEPA and/or Section 106 experience in support of multi-$M Federal client construction programs.
Broad knowledge and experience with NEPA/environmental compliance support for Federal facilities and related infrastructure construction projects
Broad knowledge and experience with environmental investigations and cleanup for Federal facilities and related infrastructure construction projects
Deep familiarity with environmental standards, procedures, and approval processes, including U.S. Coast Guard Environmental Planning Implementing Procedures
Certification as PMP with the Project Management Institute (PMI)
Developed soft skills working as part of a team with Federal client
Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
Proven ability for performing in a lead capacity on a project

Responsibilities

Assist client with executing specific environmental requirements in support of their expanding construction program including: perform environmental reporting and project planning tasks in support of engineering, planning, and construction teams
Conduct detailed environmental analysis of facility master plans, including identifying and assessing environmental impacts of specific projects and activities
Perform desktop environmental reviews of proposed project sites during project planning
Assist with appropriate levels of NEPA review for each proposed government action
Prepare and/or review programmatic Environmental Assessments and all necessary associated NEPA documentation
Contribute to RFP and scopes of work development and review of cost estimates
Support Federal client in engaging with the public and stakeholders, including drafting public notices, attending public meetings, and providing assistance with drafting responses to public comments
Coordinate and consult with relevant federal, state, and local agencies, including U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO).
Conduct site visits to assess federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements
Perform reviews of wetland assessments and delineations, threatened and endangered species habitat assessments, and Coastal Zone Management Act consistency determinations.
Review Phase II Environmental Site Assessment and Environmental Site Investigation reports
Review Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans
Assist with responding to environmental-related Requests for Information from construction contractors
Advise client on matters related to compliance with environmental regulations and standards.