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Weston & Sampson is seeking a full-time Energy & Utility Permitting Specialist to support our permitting group in our Reading, MA and Foxborough, MA offices. The candidate will support multiple projects simultaneously and will have the opportunity to represent the company and our clients at public meetings, workshops, meetings with federal, state, and local agencies, and meetings with other stakeholders in conjunction with permit application review. Experience in regulatory permitting is a must.
What You’ll Do
* Preparation of federal, state, and local environmental permit applications and technical reports, including MA Wetlands Protection Act, Section 401/404 Permitting, Chapter 91 Waterways and MEPA/NEPA submittals
* Management of projects, understand and apply environmental regulations, develop schedules and budgets, mentor staff and communicate clearly and effectively to the public and clients
* Conduct wetland resource area delineations, wetland mitigation site design, construction period erosion and sediment control inspections and reporting
* Conduct environmental monitoring and mitigation to ensure consistent documentation and compliance with environmental requirements of permits/licenses
What You Will Bring
* Bachelor’s degree in environmental/wetland science, biology, ecology, geology, engineering, planning, or related physical sciences disciple; Master’s degree preferred
* 3 - 5 years of relevant professional experience in environmental permitting or consulting required; specifically, Massachusetts permitting
* Experience permitting energy and utility related projects required
* Understanding of federal, state and local environmental regulations and permits (Army Corps Section 404/401, NEPA)
* Exceptional writing and oral communication skills
* Proven ability to work productively on multiple projects simultaneously as part of a multidisciplinary project team
* Willingness to travel (both in state and out of state in the northeast), prepare for and participate in public hearings
* Experience utilizing GPS equipment preferred
* Experience with ArcMAP or ArcPRO GIS software preferred
Overview
Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 800 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.
Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.
Your world is always changing, and so are we. Join us as we grow: https://www.westonandsampson.com/join-our-team/
A Note To Third-Party Recruiters
Weston & Sampson coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, or related firms. Resumes are only accepted if a signed agreement is in place. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Weston & Sampson. Weston & Sampson is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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