North Carolina Environmental Manager

About LochnerFounded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world.Are you ready to join us on this journey?As a people-centric company, Lochner's purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story. Lochner – learn more about usYour impact:Planning and overseeing higher level natural resources field investigations, including coordinating field teams, managing logistics, and ensuring that sampling and data collection adhere to established health and safety protocols and quality standards.Perform on-site natural resources field investigations and/or inspections and collect samples of soil, water, air, and biological materials to assess environmental conditions and identify potential environmental impacts.Regularly collect and analyze environmental data to track trends and detect any changes or potential issues in various ecosystems, ensuring that environmental quality is maintained or improved.Assist in the formulation and review of environmental policies, regulations, and standards to ensure they are effective and up-to-date, and contribute to regulatory compliance and enforcement efforts.Manage and execute natural components of transportation and other engineering projects, such as wetland and stream impact minimization/mitigation, habitat restoration, or sustainability initiatives, ensuring they meet objectives, budgets, and timelines.Write detailed technical reports, permitting packages, and documentation summarizing field findings, project outcomes, and compliance with environmental regulations, and present these findings to stakeholders and regulatory bodies.Evaluate the environmental impact of proposed transportation projects or activities, and assist in the development of NEPA/SEPA documents.Qualifications:Requires a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field10-15+ years of experience working in the transportation industry in North Carolina with clients, stakeholder agencies, and the general public desiredExperience with environmental science, environmental permitting, and NEPA/SEPA experience desiredProficient in GIS software, Microsoft and Adobe software, and understanding of Microstation or CADD softwareProficiency with technical writing, communication software, technology, health and safety protocols, and tools.Ability to manage multiple tasks and work with a collaborative teamSelf-motivated with strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsBenefitsJoining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career.Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes:Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and VisionPaid Time Off and Flexible Holiday ProgramCompany Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life InsuranceHealth Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer ContributionFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent CarePaid Family LeaveRetirement Plan with Employer MatchFlexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)Wellness Program for Physical and Mental HealthLochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3Education and Training AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee DiscountsPaid Time Off for Charitable Acts of ServiceWhat we offer – Learn moreWork EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Physical RequirementsThe physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.Equal EmployerLochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. 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