About the position
At Olsson, we help our clients to navigate complex regulatory landscapes with ease. We ensure proactive compliance with key environmental laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Our approach and use of the latest and best methods help clients achieve their project goals while protecting our natural resources. As a Senior Environmental Scientist, your role is multifaceted and critical in ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting sustainable transportation projects. You may manage projects, work with regulators (state department of transportation [ADOT], state game and fish, state department of environmental quality, Federal Highway Administration [FHWA], U.S. Army Corps of Engineers [USACE], U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service [USFWS]), coordinate with clients, and collaborate with team members. You may also mentor and train others on complex work and lead client and regulatory meetings. Join us and be part of a team that’s making a real impact!
Responsibilities
- Developing required transportation NEPA documentation: Categorical Exclusion, Environmental Assessment, Environmental Impact Statement, interfacing with agencies to secure necessary reviews and guidance, and coordinating a multidisciplinary team.
- Navigating federal, state, and local regulations, and liaising with agencies like DOT, FHWA, USACE, and USFWS, and keeping a pulse of evolving environmental law.
- Attaining necessary permits and clearances (Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Section 404 Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act).
- Organizing public meetings and workshops and gathering community input, soliciting community input to shape projects, communicating project details transparently, and effectively engaging stakeholders.
- Engaging with engineers, architects, and urban planners to integrate environmental considerations and facilitating cross disciplinary work.
- Overseeing transportation projects from start to finish, managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables, and coordinating with subconsultants, clients, and agencies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, urban planning, or biological/scientific discipline.
- 10+ years of environmental experience.
- 5+ years of transportation project experience.
- Solid work ethic, problem solver, and ability to work independently.
- Strong communication and technical writing skills.
- Passion for guiding, training, and passing on knowledge to colleagues.
Benefits
- Health care
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) match
- Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
- Bonus system that rewards performance
- Possibility for flexible work arrangements
