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Environmental Consulting Project Director
Sargent and Lundy · Chicago, IL
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Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential sk ills and experience
- A BS in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field, MS preferred.
- Twenty (20) or more years of experience in environmental compliance, environmental impact assessment, and/or permitting for complex industrial and power related projects.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects in the power industry, including coordination among internal engineering teams, clients, regulatory agencies, and other project stakeholders.
- Proven ability to support business development efforts by growing client relationships, identifying and pursuing new opportunities, contributing to proposals and interviews, and helping expand Sargent & Lundy’s environmental services footprint.
- Familiarity with environmental laws and regulations that apply to large industrial facilities, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Threatened & Endangered Species Act, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
- Environmental impact assessment/permitting experience, including specific experience in one or more of the following fields:
- Environmental Impact Assessments.
- Subsequent License Renewals and associated Environmental Reports.
- NPDES wastewater and construction stormwater discharge permitting.
- Wetlands permitting.
- M ajor source air permitting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, community stakeholders and regulatory agencies
- Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time and coordinate various inputs between the internal engineering team, client and regulatory agency.
- Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to younger staff members.
Valued but not required skills and experience
- Proficiency in ArcGIS mapping and experience in developing interactive maps showing critical environmental resources such as wetlands, critical habitats, and other sensitive receptors.
- Certification or coursework in GIS is a plus.