Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.
Senior Project Manager/ Environmental Permitting Specialist
Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., Wethersfield, Connecticut, us, 06129
Senior Project Manager/ Environmental Permitting Specialist
Job Locations:
US-CT-WethersfieldID:
2024-4648Category:
ScienceType:
Regular Full-TimeCareer Stage Type:
Experienced# of Openings:
1Overview
ABOUT THE POSITIONSenior Project Manager/ Environmental Permitting Specialist | Hybrid | Wethersfield, CTVHB's growing Wethersfield, CT office is seeking a Senior Project Manager/ Environmental Permitting Specialist to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to expand our established natural science team, permitting energy and state infrastructure projects. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.Responsibilities
Supervise, coordinate and prepare submission of federal, state and municipal environmental permit applicationsDevelop Connecticut Siting Council submission materialsProject and task management of complex environmental permitting and compliance effortsServe as mentor to junior team membersPreparation of wetland functional assessments and evaluation of potential project impacts and CT DEEP surveysWetland mitigation site evaluation, design, monitoring, and functional assessmentPreparation of soil profile descriptions following USDA NRCS nomenclatureErosion and sediment control planningCoordination and preparation of NEPA documentsEnvironmental regulatory agency consultationsConstruction monitoring to confirm adherence to permit conditionsSkills & Abilities
Familiarity with southern New England flora and ability to key out plant species using floristic keysFamiliarity with southern New England fauna and ability to generally assess wildlife habitat qualityExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work in field settings under a variety of weather conditions alone or with a colleagueMust be highly motivated and an active team participantMust exhibit advanced technical writing skillsMust possess and maintain working knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations, with demonstrated expertise in permittingProficiency in permit application preparation mandatoryExhibits strong leadership and mentorship skillsExcels working in a team environmentQualifications
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, ecology, plant, soil science, natural science or related field of study requiredMaster's degree a plus11-15 years of professional environmental consulting experience, with 4 years in environmental licensing and permitting, requiredAbility to travel, as needed, to support offices and projectsAbility to manage projects independently and to serve as a task lead to support other company disciplinesProfessional Member of the Society of Soil Scientists of Southern New England, or Certified Professional Soil Scientist by the Soil Science Society of America and/or Certified Professional in Soil Erosion Control (CPESC) preferredWe are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovationOpportunity to work on complex, transformational projectsCommunity and social responsibility as sustainable stewardsFocus on learning, development, and career growthBest-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplaceWe are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.#LI-TP1#LI-Hybrid
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Job Locations:
US-CT-WethersfieldID:
2024-4648Category:
ScienceType:
Regular Full-TimeCareer Stage Type:
Experienced# of Openings:
1Overview
ABOUT THE POSITIONSenior Project Manager/ Environmental Permitting Specialist | Hybrid | Wethersfield, CTVHB's growing Wethersfield, CT office is seeking a Senior Project Manager/ Environmental Permitting Specialist to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to expand our established natural science team, permitting energy and state infrastructure projects. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.Responsibilities
Supervise, coordinate and prepare submission of federal, state and municipal environmental permit applicationsDevelop Connecticut Siting Council submission materialsProject and task management of complex environmental permitting and compliance effortsServe as mentor to junior team membersPreparation of wetland functional assessments and evaluation of potential project impacts and CT DEEP surveysWetland mitigation site evaluation, design, monitoring, and functional assessmentPreparation of soil profile descriptions following USDA NRCS nomenclatureErosion and sediment control planningCoordination and preparation of NEPA documentsEnvironmental regulatory agency consultationsConstruction monitoring to confirm adherence to permit conditionsSkills & Abilities
Familiarity with southern New England flora and ability to key out plant species using floristic keysFamiliarity with southern New England fauna and ability to generally assess wildlife habitat qualityExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work in field settings under a variety of weather conditions alone or with a colleagueMust be highly motivated and an active team participantMust exhibit advanced technical writing skillsMust possess and maintain working knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations, with demonstrated expertise in permittingProficiency in permit application preparation mandatoryExhibits strong leadership and mentorship skillsExcels working in a team environmentQualifications
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, ecology, plant, soil science, natural science or related field of study requiredMaster's degree a plus11-15 years of professional environmental consulting experience, with 4 years in environmental licensing and permitting, requiredAbility to travel, as needed, to support offices and projectsAbility to manage projects independently and to serve as a task lead to support other company disciplinesProfessional Member of the Society of Soil Scientists of Southern New England, or Certified Professional Soil Scientist by the Soil Science Society of America and/or Certified Professional in Soil Erosion Control (CPESC) preferredWe are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovationOpportunity to work on complex, transformational projectsCommunity and social responsibility as sustainable stewardsFocus on learning, development, and career growthBest-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplaceWe are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.#LI-TP1#LI-Hybrid
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