Experienced Environmental Permitting Specialist

Job Description

At Olsson, we help our clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes with ease. We ensure proactive compliance with key environmental laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Our innovative methods empower clients to achieve project goals while protecting our natural resources.

Olsson is seeking a motivated and experienced NEPA and Environmental Permitting Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will lead natural resource evaluations and permitting efforts, including developing strategies for medium to large, complex projects. Responsibilities include coordinating fieldwork and reporting, report writing, providing technical guidance to staff, and engaging proactively with clients, stakeholders, and contractors. You will also manage budgets, invoicing, and schedules to ensure successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate will possess experience with local, state, and federal permitting agencies, NEPA planning and compliance, and a strong understanding of key environmental programs. This includes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Act - Section 404/10, wetlands and natural resource field investigations, federal land special use permits (SF299), as well as local and state regulations, and USFWS Endangered Species Act consultation.

Join us and be part of a team that’s making a real impact!

We are open to considering candidates in a variety of locations, including areas where we may not currently have an office presence. While we have active openings in Fayetteville, AR; Little Rock, AR; Lincoln, NE; Omaha, NE; Overland Park, KS; Oklahoma City, OK; Colorado Springs, CO; Loveland, CO; and Denver, CO, we welcome candidates interested in other locations as well.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare scope and fee packages, proposals, and technical reports
• Lead permitting efforts at federal, state, and local levels; provide technical oversight and review deliverables
• Interpret regulations to inform project design and identify strategic permitting pathways
• Coordinate permit applications and project tasks to meet deadlines
• Manage projects and teams, ensuring effective communication and day-to-day oversight
• Present to small and large groups including regulators and members of the public

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities
• Establishing and nurturing relationships with professional networks, clients, and jurisdictional authorities
• Continuous learning to enhance regulatory expertise
• Utilizing your skills to manage multiple priorities in a client-focused environment

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Bachelor’s