Environmental Permitting Specialist

Job Summary:
We are looking for an experienced Environmental Permitting Specialist to join our team in the Lynchburg/Gretna/Roanoke area. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to environmental permitting. The role involves preparing environmental permits for Civil Engineering projects, ensuring compliance, and providing technical expertise to project teams.

Responsibilities:
- Prepare environmental permits, including Joint Permit Applications (JPA), Environmental Impact Reports (EIR), NEPA, SWPPP, and SUP for Civil Engineering projects.
- Monitor permit conditions and deadlines, ensuring timely renewal and compliance reporting.
- Offer technical guidance to project teams on environmental permitting matters.
- Submit permit applications, impact assessments, and regulatory compliance documents.
- Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and regulatory agencies during the permitting process.
- Travel to clients' sites for field work as needed.

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in local, state, and federal environmental regulations and permitting processes.
- Strong technical writing skills and the ability to interpret Civil Engineering drawings.
- Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Must have a valid drivers license in good standing with a minimum of 3 years licensed driving experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Existing relationships with state and federal regulatory agency personnel.
- Experience in stream and wetland banking instruments is beneficial.

- 2+ years of experience in environmental permitting.

We are dedicated to diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Our comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off, health insurance with an HSA, a 401k with a company match, group life insurance, and more. Hurt & Proffitt is an employee-owned firm committed to delivering impactful work for our communities. Join us in our mission by submitting your cover letter, application, and resume today.