Permitting Specialist

GHD • Pittsburgh, PA

118d

About The Position

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that. Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it. Our Northeast Environmental business is looking for a Permitting Specialist to join their team! In this role, you will prepare applications and environmental reports for federal, state, and local environmental permits which include: water quality, drinking water, stormwater, erosion and sedimentation control, water obstruction and encroachment, air quality, and municipal and residual solid wastes. In addition, this role will provide opportunity to manage a team and projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field of study.
• At least 10 years of professional environmental experience (i.e. environmental compliance, water/wastewater, permit matrix development, etc.).
• Familiarity with local, state and federal environmental regulations and permitting requirements, specifically PA, NY, NJ and/or MA.
• Able and willing to travel to job sites as needed for field activities.

Responsibilities

• Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats.
• Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching.
• Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Follow the organization's health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks.
• Manage relationships with small clients while also helping senior colleagues manage relationships with larger key clients and customers.
• Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.
• Interpret data and identify possible answers.
• Contribute to the preparation of various data and analytics reports.
• Gather information and resources, and draft and complete standard requests for bid solicitation requests for proposal (RFP) and requests for tender (RFT).

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree