Environmental Specialist

Enercon Services, Inc. is hiring an Environmental Specialist in Dallas, TX or Oklahoma City, OK. The role involves managing energy development projects, conducting wetland delineations, habitat characterization, and preparing reports for regulatory agencies. Responsibilities include business development, environmental permitting, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of experience, with some travel required.
Overview

Our Environmental Services Group is currently seeking an Ecologist for our Oklahoma City, OK or Dallas, TX office. In this role, you will have the opportunity to manage energy development projects alongside teams of natural resources scientists. This will include performing wetland delineations, T&E habitat characterization, land use mapping, vegetation cover classification, GPS data collection, and preparing permits and reports for agencies such as USACE, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and various state and county agencies.

Responsibilities

Each day, you’ll blend business development with environmental expertise—identifying new opportunities, preparing compelling proposals, and delivering impactful presentations. Your role will drive success across utility projects, all while building strong client relationships and shaping the future of environmental policy and compliance.
• Business Development & Client Engagement: Strategically identify new opportunities, develop winning proposals, and inspire clients with engaging presentations that drive growth. Develop and maintain key client relationships, fostering collaboration and long-term success
• Environmental Permitting & Compliance: Complete federal and state environmental permitting, including right-of-way permits, regulatory strategy, site feasibility assessments, and NPDES, and permit compliance for utility projects. Obtain environmental permits and prepare reports for regulatory agencies like USACE, United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and other state and county agencies
• Regulatory Excellence & Documentation: Ensure document accuracy and compliance with National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and other applicable regulations. Develop and maintain environmental policy and procedures manuals for compliance assurance throughout project lifecycles. Ensure compliance with key environmental regulations, including the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act (Section 404), and state water quality regulations

Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Sciences (preferably Biology or related degree) and minimum of 5 years of environmental experience, o r appropriate industry-recognized licenses or certifications indicating achievement in the field of specialty and 8 years of progressive experience
• Ability to communicate highly technical environmental data to a range of audiences from agency regulators to elected officials and landowners
• Existing relationships with relevant agencies (USACE, USFWS) is a plus
• Experience with USACE Section 404/10 Permitting
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel/work in the field 25% of the time, throughout the mid-western U.S. Typical travel duration will be 1-2 days. Office work is typically 75% of the time for this position
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have a consistent clear Motor Vehicle report/driving history

About ENERCON

Additional Information
• Enercon Services, Inc (ENERCON) offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. Our people are the driving force behind our work. Together, we advance industry and drive innovation. Explore our comprehensive benefits: Why Enercon?

Eligibility To Work
• Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the US without requiring current or future sponsorship.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings, ENERCON and client specific background checks, and annual motor vehicle record (MVR) according to com pany and client policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer
• ENERCON does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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