Sr Environmental Science & Planning Analyst

PSEG•Bethpage, NY

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position evaluates project scopes and design drawings to determine environmental permitting and approval requirements, including federal and state wetland permits, New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) requirements, and regulations protecting natural and cultural resources. The analyst ensures environmental due diligence and regulatory compliance to reduce the risk of violations, legal action, fines, and permit revocation, while supporting project delivery within established milestones and budgets. The role serves as an advocate and subject matter expert for environmental resource protection and regularly collaborates with PSEG Long Island Legal on environmental laws, regulations, and their interpretation. The role coordinates environmental reviews, permitting, consultant services, field activities, and project administration. It includes analyzing natural and cultural resources, preparing technical reports and permit materials, and tracking project and permit records. Hybrid positions require at least three onsite days per week. During storm or outage restoration, employees may be assigned different functions, work extended hours, or report to company premises or another designated location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, or another related natural science.
At least 3 years of experience in environmental permitting or consulting, regulations, SEQR, environmental engineering, or another related natural science.
Knowledge and experience in environmental and construction permitting, licensing, site assessments, and environmental due diligence.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal permitting statutes, ordinances, and regulations relevant to environmental, land use, and construction matters.
Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
High personal standards of commitment and integrity.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage budgets, schedules, commitments, metrics, and records for multiple simultaneous projects.
Strong negotiation skills.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a safe driving history; must maintain both.
Compliance with the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 is required. Where applicable, the successful applicant must meet the stated U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence, generally authorized destination, or protected individual eligibility criteria.
PSEG Long Island employees are subject to pre-employment, for-cause, and post-incident/accident drug and alcohol testing. Federally regulated roles are also subject to random testing, including marijuana.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing multiple contracts, purchase orders, and deliverables from outside consultants.
Experience using GIS software to generate user-friendly maps for environmental review and permitting.
Experience delineating freshwater and tidal wetlands.
Experience in stormwater management or SWPPPs.
Experience managing or directing outside contractors.
CAPM certification.
CPESC-IT, CEP-IT, Ecologist in Training, or EIT certification.
Completion of the NYSDEC 4-hour erosion and sediment control class.
Experience in the electrical utility industry.

Responsibilities

Review project scopes, engineering drawings, contracts, and specifications to identify environmental permits and regulatory approvals.
Develop permit matrices and coordinate with project managers and stakeholders to define permitting, environmental review, due diligence requirements, schedules, and costs.
Conduct environmental reviews under SEQRA, including classifying actions, preparing Environmental Assessment Forms, and evaluating potential impacts.
Analyze environmental resources, including wetlands, soils, topography, habitats, land use, floodplains, historic and archaeological resources, visual resources, and sound impacts.
Prepare technical reports, maps, and supporting documentation using GIS, AutoCAD, and related tools.
Assess impacts on regulated wetlands and determine permitting requirements.
Use federal, state, and local environmental data sources to establish regulatory jurisdiction and compliance obligations.
Conduct or support wetland delineations, evaluate vegetation, hydrology, and soils, and prepare permit applications and supporting documentation for agency review.
Maintain permit and project records; track milestones and permit status; manage SharePoint documentation; review invoices; prepare accrual reports; and support forecasting and reporting.
Conduct field visits with project teams, contractors, and consultants to gather information for permitting and environmental compliance.
Monitor consultant and contractor field activities, including environmental surveys, wetland delineations, geophysical investigations, and soil and groundwater sampling.
Manage environmental consulting services supporting permitting, environmental assessments, and due diligence.
Coordinate project information, oversee consultant performance, review deliverables, provide timely feedback, ensure schedule adherence, and verify work products meet project objectives and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with PSEG Long Island Legal on determinations concerning environmental laws, regulations, and interpretation.
During storm or outage restoration efforts, perform functions different from normal operations and work extended hours or at a company-directed work location when required.