Environmental Permit & Planning Professional

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Permit & Planning Professional to join the Environmental Permitting and Planning (EP&P) Team in the Bridgeport, WV area. The successful candidate will perform wetland and other natural resources surveys, requiring familiarity with Clean Water Act Section 404 and 401 permitting. Specific state-level experience in Pennsylvania, Ohio, or West Virginia is a plus. This position involves wetland fieldwork in difficult terrain, strong collaboration and communication skills, and independent task management. Based out of the Bridgeport, WV office, the role requires limited travel for fieldwork activities and offers career-growth opportunities for an energetic professional who values team collaboration and integration with a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wetland and natural resources surveys, including stream and wetland delineations.
• Perform wetland, waterway, and groundwater monitoring; GIS experience is a plus.
• Prepare permitting documents and reports with strong technical writing and QA/QC skills.
• Engage directly with staff, leadership, and federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Manage tasks independently while collaborating effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Navigate and apply knowledge of Section 401/404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA), Nationwide Permits, State Programmatic General Permits, Joint Permit Applications, Individual Permits, and state/local wetlands, waterways, township, and floodplain regulations.
• Handle Permittee Responsible Stream and Wetland Mitigation processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Environmental, Biological, or Ecological Science, Environmental Policy, or a related field.
• 4-8 years of experience in environmental consulting and/or regulatory agency employment in the region.
• Prior experience working and coordinating with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Strong wetland/waterway delineation skills; Professional Wetland Delineator and/or PWS certification is a plus.
• Willingness to conduct fieldwork in difficult terrain.
• Independent thinking, self-starter ability, and effective communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork and leadership skills.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan and paid holidays.
• Reimbursements for continuing education and expenses associated with trainings and certifications.
• Career development opportunities through an internal Mentoring Program.