Senior Environmental Planner/Sr. NEPA Specialist

4 weeks ago

Manchester New Hampshire, United States TRC Companies, Inc. Full time
About Us:
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TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

 

TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs -- so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world.

 

Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Overview:
TRC is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner / Sr. NEPA Specialist to join its growing Planning, Permitting, and Licensing practice in Massachusetts and other New England states. This position requires a well-rounded, interdisciplinary, technical, and regulatory specialist who will provide environmental project leadership for public and private sector clients. Typical work would include proposal development, services to meet National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) environmental review, project management, and providing technical services to engineers during design and construction. The successful candidate will be entrusted with managing and leading projects, conducting studies related to their technical discipline to meet NEPA, MEPA, and regulatory requirements.

 

The successful individual will be a client-facing technical leader with in-depth knowledge pertaining to the planning of transportation and/or energy projects and advancing such projects through local, state and federal government approval processes for large, complex projects. This individual should demonstrate experience leading and managing planning and permitting work scopes for projects associated with transportation and/or energy projects. They also need to have the ability to guide the agencies and TRC’s project partners through the environmental processes in order to meet applicable laws and regulations to successfully achieve project design goals.

The successful candidate can work from our offices in Lowell, MA, Waltham, MA, Boston, MA, or remotely from Massachusetts or a surrounding state.

Responsibilities:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

Engage as a client-facing technical leader with in-depth knowledge pertaining to the planning of transportation and energy projects and advancing such projects through the local, state and federal government approval process. Interact directly with the agencies/clients as TRC’s environmental planning subject matter expert.

Provide environmental planning expertise pertaining to NEPA, for federal agencies including but not limited to, the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of the Interior (DOI), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) requirements/regulations to facilitate advancement of the transportation asset design or construction project permitting/planning to completion.

Support marketing and business development efforts and represent TRC at industry functions.

Direct multi-disciplinary teams including subconsultants in completing environmental reviews for small, medium, and large-scale projects.

Lead and manage the preparation of project-related environmental documentation (e.g., initial studies, environmental impact statements, environmental assessments, ENF’s, EIR’s, categorical exclusions and exemptions, and negative declarations).

Mentor and train junior to mid-level staff that will support the successful candidate in implementing the work.

Maintain an understanding of emerging regulations and industry requirements.

Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in environmental science/engineering, environmental planning, environmental policy, natural resources, or related field.

10+ years of experience in environmental planning specific to transportation and/or energy related projects.

Demonstrated experience leading and managing environmental planning projects and developing scopes of work for Transportation and Energy and related projects, including the ability to guide agencies/clients through the environmental processes required to meet applicable environmental compliance and permitting laws and regulations.

The ability to apply environmental planning in support of applicable state and federal regulatory agencies to projects for clients that may include State DOTs, State DEPs, EPA, FERC, USDOT, USACE, and USFWS.

Expertise in one of the following is strongly preferred: Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Clean Water Act, or Clean Air Act.

Demonstrated experience preparing technical documents to advance NEPA compliance (EAs, FONSIs, scoping letters, Section 7/Section 106 consultation letters, schedules).

Knowledge of local, regional, and state/local planning, and zoning processes (Massachusetts experience preferred).

AICP certification is preferred but not required.

Demonstrated experience in the management of scopes, schedules, and budgets for a variety of project types with an emphasis on transportation and energy.

The successful candidate will also be expected to effectively document field data, provide interpretations, and present conclusions in written reports, memos, and emails;therefore, strong technical/scientific report writing is required and writing samples will be requested.

Excellent analytical reasoning skills, technical writing, and communication skills, managerial, and proficiency with the Microsoft Office software suite.

The ability to maintain a positive attitude during potentially demanding client engagements.

Ability to manage multiple projects of different magnitudes concurrently.

 

TRC offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

 

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

7 Paid Holidays per year, 1 Floating Vacation, and 20 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

 

TRC supports career development and advancement opportunities through internal training and leadership opportunities. We offer a flexible work environment with both in person and remote options (or a mix) available, and support appropriate continued education for eligible degrees and certifications.

 

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EEO Statement:
TRC is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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