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Environmental Permitting Lead

GHD Group
Chantilly, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2025

Job Description

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?

Our Southeast Environmental business is looking for an Environmental Permitting Lead to join their team! In this role, you'll work closely with our multi-discipline team to provide permitting support on a variety of federal civil works and environmental projects in the region.

In the problem solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change.

Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanization are made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in :

  • Creating, developing and maintaining client relationships
  • Leading all aspects of NEPA environmental document development.
  • Leading internal and external coordination with project team members, including other discipline areas involved with the project
  • Conducting / directing research on issues, policies, and concepts pertaining to planning and formulating recommendations
  • Leading planning processes and technical solutions that best meet the project needs
  • Creating project presentation materials, concepts, graphics, and reports to the client and community groups.
  • Responsible for significant portions of presentations and public facilitation including public meetings / hearings / community workshops
  • Coordinating and participating in the preparation of scopes of work, fee proposals, and responses to RFP's for projects
  • Leading interactions with Army Corps of Engineers, Environmental Protection Agency, Fish and Wildlife Services, National Marine Fisheries Services, and other Federal regulatory agencies.
  • Mentoring & assisting staff in career development
  • Performing other duties as assigned

What you will bring to the team :

  • Master's degree in Environmental or Biological Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Planning, or related field
  • American Institute of Certified Planner (AICP), Professional Geologist (PG) / Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Environmental Professional (CEP)
  • 12 years relevant experience with 2 years of successfully managing projects
  • Knowledgeable in Clean Water Act Sections 401 and 404, Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10, Clean Air Act, Endangered Species Act, Marine Protection, Research and Sanctuaries Act Section 103, and National Historic Preservation Act Section 106
  • Experience managing, directing, and mentoring staff
  • Progressive experience in client relationship development / management and business development with strong client relationships considered a strong differentiator
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective client presentations and written report preparation
  • Ability to present technical information, both written and orally, in a concise and professional manner; must have strong technical writing skills
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed
  • If you're interested in this role, please submit an application!

    As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

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    About Us

    Take on some of the world's toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way.

    We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

    See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

    Our Pledge to You

    At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

    That's why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

    See where your commitment could take you.

    That's the #PowerOfCommitment

    Who we are

    GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

    The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It's what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity's most urgent needs : to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

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