Permitting Team Lead - UMIAQ Environmental

UIC Alaska•Anchorage, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

UMIAQ Environmental is seeking an experienced Permitting Team Lead for its Anchorage-based team. The role leads and manages multidisciplinary permitting efforts for major infrastructure, utility, construction, and oil and gas projects across Alaska. It serves as the primary strategic and technical lead on complex permit applications, working directly with clients, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams. The lead oversees permitting strategy, technical review, agency negotiations, and compliance tracking, and builds relationships with state and federal regulators. UMIAQ Environmental, a subsidiary of Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC), provides environmental consulting across Alaska, including NEPA compliance and remote site assessments. The company describes its culture as focused on safety, leadership, and professional growth, and offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits. The position requires extensive Alaska permitting experience and leadership of multidisciplinary teams. It includes travel to project sites and remote locations throughout Alaska for up to 20% of the year, potentially by small aircraft or off-road transport. Fieldwork may involve exposure to varying weather, extended or irregular hours, and overnight stays in remote areas.

Requirements

At least 8–10+ years of progressive environmental permitting and compliance experience, with emphasis on Alaskan construction, utility, or oil and gas projects.
Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams through complex state and federal permitting processes in Alaska.
Advanced working knowledge of Alaska state and federal environmental regulatory frameworks, including CWA Sections 404/401, APDES, Title 16 Fish Habitat, Title 38 AS, ODPCP/Spill Prevention, and local municipal and land use permits.
Deep familiarity with permitting mechanisms for Alaskan oil and gas development, energy production, utilities, and heavy civil construction.
Strong understanding of Alaska Native Corporations, tribal consultation protocols, and the logistical challenges of remote field execution and development in Alaska.
Strong technical writing and quality assurance/quality control skills, with close attention to detail.
Ability to negotiate permit conditions with regulatory agencies while advocating for client operational objectives.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex project schedules, budgets, and staff assignments simultaneously.
Ability to identify regulatory constraints and risks early and develop proactive, defensible mitigation strategies.
Ability and willingness to travel to project sites and remote locations throughout Alaska, occasionally by small aircraft or off-road transport, for up to 20% of the year.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for project management and technical reporting.
Advanced experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro for client deliverable production.
Ability to work in outdoor environments, including uneven terrain and varying weather conditions; lift and carry equipment or materials weighing 30 pounds or more; and work extended or irregular hours in remote field locations when project needs require.
Visual acuity, manual dexterity, focus, and alertness needed for data collection, equipment use, documentation, and following safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Environmental Professional (CEP), or equivalent professional certification.
Direct experience leading permitting for North Slope, Interior, or Cook Inlet oil and gas developments and linear infrastructure projects.
Working knowledge of integrating NEPA documents (EAs, CEs, and EISs) with major federal permitting triggers.
Established working relationships with Alaska regulatory agencies, including USACE Alaska District, ADNR DMLW/SPCO, ADF&G Habitat, and ADEC.
Experience preparing and delivering technical presentations to regulatory agencies, client management teams, and community stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, preparation, and agency submission of state, federal, and local permit application packages for civil construction, utility, and oil and gas development projects across Alaska.
Develop permitting strategies, matrix schedules, and risk assessments to help projects achieve regulatory approvals on budget and on schedule.
Serve as the primary point of contact and negotiator with regulatory authorities, including USACE, ADNR, BLM, FAA, and local boroughs and municipalities.
Lead, mentor, and assign work to technical staff and junior specialists; review technical work products for quality, clarity, and regulatory compliance.
Manage environmental permitting workflows for oil and gas pads and pipelines, utility corridors, gravel extraction, roads, and civil infrastructure.
Coordinate with NEPA specialists, engineers, GIS analysts, field scientists, and sub-consultants to integrate project documents.
Lead permitting scope development, cost estimating, and technical proposal preparation to support business growth and new project opportunities.
Track permit conditions, compliance monitoring schedules, and reporting obligations during construction and operations.
Travel to project sites and remote locations throughout Alaska as needed, up to 20% of the year.
Prepare and deliver technical presentations to regulatory agencies, client management teams, and community stakeholders, as applicable.