Environmental Permitting & Land Use Planner - Multiple Locations

About the role

MFA is seeking a full-time Environmental Planner. This is a hybrid position that could be based out of any of our offices. As our Environmental Planner, you will manage diverse projects, primarily in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, collaborating with clients and stakeholders. This position will be involved in all aspects of project execution, from analysis, report and proposal writing to comprehensive project management. You will lead permitting strategies, coordinate with regulatory agencies, prepare permit applications, and guide projects through local, state, and federal approval processes. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with clients, collaborate across disciplines, and help shape infrastructure, redevelopment, restoration, and waterfront projects throughout the Pacific Northwest.

What you'll do

• Work on a wide variety of projects that help clients advance site development, restoration, and infrastructure projects across the Pacific Northwest
• Map out permitting strategies for complex projects, including waterfront developments
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, prepare permit applications, and help clients navigate local land use requirements
• Focus on environmental permitting, regulatory coordination, and finding practical pathways to move projects forward
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them understand regulatory requirements and guiding projects through environmental review and permitting processes
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client communications
• Collaborate closely with planners, scientists, engineers, GIS specialists, and communications professionals
• Build client relationships, contribute to business development efforts, support proposal preparation, attend conferences and industry events, and mentor junior staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of professional experience in environmental planning, permitting, or land use planning
• Demonstrated experience preparing and managing permit applications for projects within the Pacific Northwest
• Working knowledge of Clean Water Act permitting, SEPA, shoreline regulations, critical areas ordinances, removal-fill law, and local land use approval processes
• Experience coordinating directly with regulatory agencies, municipalities, tribes, and other stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage and execute multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong client relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to prepare and present technical reports
• Growing knowledge of land use planning principles, environmental regulations, and community development strategies
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite; GIS or similar tools a plus

Who we are

MFA is an engineering and environmental company improving our communities through our work with our clients. We are employee-owned and employee-minded.

Benefits

• 100% premium coverage for your medical/dental/vision and 76% for your dependents
• Two competitive medical plan options to choose from
• Competitive paid time off plus nine paid holidays
• Paid community service and volunteer time off
• Comp time program for exempt employees
• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k company match
• Support for your professional growth through coaching and external training support

Hiring process

• Initial Conversation with Recruiting Specialist
• Interview with Hiring Manager
• Interview with the Team

Compensation Range: $83,900 to $100,000 a year. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.