Brownfield Redevelopment Consultant

About the role

The Economics Incentives Department focuses on designing, evaluating, and managing financial incentives that support the organization's strategic goals. These incentives are typically used to drive economic development, influence behavior, or support investment decisions—either internally or with external partners. Together, we create safer environments, guide responsible development, and contribute to healthier communities.

Responsibilities

• Analysis and preparation of applications for brownfield and economic incentives for development projects primarily in Michigan, including management of Local Brownfield Plans and Act 381 Work Plans, tax abatements, State of Michigan (Michigan Economic Growth Corporation and Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy) grant and loan programs, etc.
• Preparation and support in building project proformas in the state required format, incorporating the incentive programs being pursued.
• Writing and managing of Federal EPA Brownfield Program Grants (i.e. Assessment, Cleanup, and Revolving Loan Funds).
• Global project management and oversight of multiple projects. This includes the management of external communication with related stakeholders (clients, municipalities, quasi-governmental agencies, local community groups, etc.) as well as internal communication with project managers across multiple department service lines.
• Project presentation/public speaking at virtual and in-person public meetings.
• Business development activities; including representing the company at conferences, training events, or other networking functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in the duties listed above, or advanced degree.
• Moderate to strong understanding of due care and additional response activities required in association with redevelopment projects.
• Understanding of Environmental Due Diligence reports, specifically Phase I ESAs and Phase II ESA/BEAs is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to smoothly handle client/customer interactions in a fast-paced, deadline driven, work environment.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage multiple projects with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Skills

• Technical ability.
• Curiosity.
• Accountability.
• Genuine interest in creating better outcomes for clients, communities, and the environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and great benefits.
• A comprehensive Benefit package, including a Health Savings Account, an employer funded Health Reimbursement Account, as well as a Dependent Care FSA ensuring flexible options.
• A strong 401(k) plan and employer matching, helping you secure your financial future.
• Resources for ongoing development, keeping you leading in your field.