Permitting Specialist Jobs
A Permitting Specialist in the environmental industry is primarily responsible for preparing and submitting permit applications to regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations. They navigate and interpret complex environmental regulations to obtain necessary approvals for projects, which may range from habitat restoration to industrial construction. They work closely with project managers, engineers, and environmental scientists to gather necessary information, conduct compliance audits, and mitigate potential environmental impacts.
Key skills for this role include excellent research, analytical, and communication skills. They must be detail-oriented with a solid understanding of local, state and federal environmental regulations. A Permitting Specialist often needs a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, or a related field. This role may also require certifications such as Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM). Previous job roles that could lead to becoming a Permitting Specialist include Environmental Analyst, Environmental Consultant, or Compliance Officer.

Permitting & Community Specialist (Hybrid)
- SunEnergy1
- Bethel, NC
- 14 days ago
- SunEnergy1
- Bethel, NC
- 14 days ago
SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: The Permitting and Community Specialist researches and prepares documentation for required permits as it relates to building and executing large scale infrastructure projects....
Senior Level Wetland Scientist/Permitting Specialist
- Virginia Beach, VA
- 1 day ago
- Virginia Beach, VA
- 1 day ago
Qualifications: Minimum of bachelors degree in biology, natural resources, environmental science, or a related field. 7+ years of experience in environmental compliance and permitting, with a focus...
Our Northeast Environmental business is looking for Permitting Specialist to join their team in Harrisburg, PA!...
As a **Director of Environmental Compliance** here at Solstice Advanced Materials (SAM), you will be responsible for overseeing and directing the organization's environmental compliance globally in...
Join our Natural Resources team as an Environmental Permitting Specialist and help drive projects that support infrastructure, transportation, and housing developmentwhile protecting the environment...
permitting activities pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 7 of the federal Endangered Species Act, among others Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: BA/BS in environmental planning...
Requirements Associate or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Public Policy, or related field preferred. 13 years of experience in environmental permitting, compliance, or regulatory...
OR CAREER LADDER PROGRESSION: One year of full-time experience at TCEQ as an Environmental Permit Specialist IV performing work consistent with the examples of work performed....
Environmental Project Permitting Specialist (Hybrid Schedule) - 30619
- Houston, TX
- 5 days ago
- Houston, TX
- 5 days ago
experience required in environmental laws and regulations, including National Environmental Protection Act, Endangered Species Act, National Historical Preservation Act, Clean Water Act, and the Migratory...
Manager of Environmental Permitting (Corpus Christi, Tx)
- Corpus Christi, TX
- 5 days ago
- Corpus Christi, TX
- 5 days ago
The position requires effective collaboration with the Manager of Environmental Compliance, who leads other areas within the Environmental Planning and Compliance Department, as well as with various...
Compliance Approval, electrical permits, by-law exemptions, utility permits, etc....
Environmental permitting experience preferred....
Who You Are + Bachelors or Masters in environmental science, wetland/forest ecology, biology, soils, or a related discipline + 5+ years of hands-on experience conducting critical area delineations in...
Compliance Approval, electrical permits, by-law exemptions, utility permits, etc....
Ensures and staffs the timely and accurate certification and submittal of all environmental permit applications, reports and submittals....
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- Land Development
- Solar Panels
- Environmental Regulations
- Environmental Planning
- Environmental Assessment
- Environmental Policy
- NEPA
- Environmental Science
- Phase I ESA
- Environmental Studies
- Environmental Compliance
- Endangered Species
- National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
- Spill Prevention, Control & Countermeasure
- Wetlands
- Waste Management
- Botany
- Ecological Restoration
- California Environmental Quality Act
- Air Quality
- Environmental Permitting
- Clean Water Act
- Wetland Delineation
- Environmental Engineering
- Air Permitting
- Ecology
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
- Clean Air Act
- HAZWOPER
- Wastewater
- Water Quality
- Natural Resource Management
- Environmental Management
- Stormwater Management
- Mitigation
- Renewable Energy
- Health and Safety
- Geographic Information Systems
- Oil & Gas
- Biology
- Construction Management
- Sustainability
- Inspections
- Proposals
- Estimating
- Engineering
- Implementation
- Consulting
- Auditing
- Verbal Communication
- Mentoring
- Collaboration
- Documentation
- Reporting
- Regulations
- Budgets
- Microsoft Office
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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