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
- 5 days ago
- SunEnergy1
- Bethel, NC
- 5 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....
Job title: Director, Environmental Compliance Current Need: The Director, Environmental Compliance leads enterprise-wide environmental programs, ensuring regulatory alignment, operational excellence...
Industrial Wastewater Technical Permitting Specialist
- Columbia, SC
- 2 days ago
- Columbia, SC
- 2 days ago
What We're Looking For Ability to review, interpret and apply environmental regulations, policies, and guidance. Strong communication skills for working with diverse stakeholders....
Back to Search Results Director Environmental Compliance Oak Brook, IL, United States Job ID: R174999-OTHLOC-LC0000212 Shift: 1st Job Type: Regular Share: mail...
Permitting Supervisor Location: Tampa, FL Employment Type: Full-Time We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Permitting Supervisor to lead a team of 5+ permitting professionals in...
Develop Environmental Compliance metrics that will indicate the effectiveness of the program....
The Western Regional Office of DU has an opening for a full-time Restoration Permitting Specialist to round out our mission driven and close-knit Environmental Compliance Team....
Start your K&A Career: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Permitting Specialist to join our team at K&A Engineering in Binghamton, New York....
Ecology and Waterway Permitting Specialist
- Indianapolis, IN
- 11 days ago
- Indianapolis, IN
- 11 days ago
Role Overview: This position serves as an Ecology and Waterway Permitting Specialist (EWPS) in the Environmental Services Division of the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), assigned to support...
Permitting Specialist Utilities division About Us How will you contribute to the team? Review Project scope and determine applicable permits....
As Environmental Permitting Specialist, you have: Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience in Environmental Sciences, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Planning, Natural Resources, or related field...
Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist Aliso Viejo CA At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers....
Senior Environmental Permitting Manager Aliso Viejo CA At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers....
Senior Transmission Environmental Permitting Specialist
- Albuquerque, NM
- 12 days ago
- Albuquerque, NM
- 12 days ago
Experience with environmental permitting, NEPA, relevant environmental regulations and processes, and the associated public engagement processes Experience mentoring staff....
Ecology and Waterway Permitting Specialist
- Indianapolis, IN
- 13 days ago
- Indianapolis, IN
- 13 days ago
What You'll Need for Success: You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment: Education Bachelors degree or higher in a related environmental sciences discipline such as ecology...
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- Environmental Regulations
- Environmental Studies
- Environmental Assessment
- National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
- Environmental Policy
- Phase I ESA
- California Environmental Quality Act
- NEPA
- Environmental Planning
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Compliance
- Endangered Species
- Wetlands
- Spill Prevention, Control & Countermeasure
- Ecological Restoration
- Waste Management
- Environmental Permitting
- Ecology
- Wetland Delineation
- Environmental Engineering
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
- Botany
- Clean Water Act
- Compliance Monitoring
- Water Resources
- Environmental Management
- Water Quality
- Natural Resource Management
- Stormwater Management
- Mitigation
- Renewable Energy
- Health and Safety
- Biology
- Oil & Gas
- Resource Management
- Construction Management
- Due Diligence
- Sustainability
- Inspections
- Engineering
- Implementation
- Auditing
- Consulting
- Documentation
- Mentoring
- Verbal Communication
- Reporting
- Collaboration
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- Microsoft Office
- Staff Supervision
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- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Training and Development
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