Environmental Permitting Specialist

GPD Group is seeking a full-time Environmental Permitting Specialist in Independence, OH. The role involves preparing and submitting technical reports and permits for power and renewable energy projects. Candidates should have a degree in natural science, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include reviewing projects for environmental compliance, providing technical guidance, and managing permit applications related to various environmental regulations.
Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.

For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of over 800 professionals working in 13 different offices, it is our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose that unites us.

GPD is looking to hire a full time, Environmental Permitting Specialist with an interest in supporting the preparation and submission of technical reports and permitting documents for power and renewable energy projects. This position is an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional who possess a high level of self-motivation and demonstrate enthusiastic leadership. This position provides an opportunity to lead the efforts of the permitting process for our power industry projects from start to finish.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess
• B.S./B.A. degree in natural science field of study
• 5+ years’ work experience with environmental permitting of construction projects with land and water impacts in the State of Ohio.
• Experience preparing and submitting permit applications through federal and state agencies: NEPA compliance, Endangered Species Act (ESA) compliance, and Clean Water Act (CWA) permitting, as well as other Ohio-specific environmental policies.
• Experience with managing permitting and environmental impact analysis documents and associated technical studies and oversight on high voltage electric transmission lines, renewables or other linear infrastructure a plus.
• Wetland delineation field experience a plus
• Experience with technical report writing
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently

Day-to-day Responsibilities
• Conduct reviews of proposed electrical substation and transmission line projects to determine environmental issues, permit requirements, and government required environmental reviews needed for permits in Ohio.
• Provide technical guidance on mitigation strategies and environmental best practices.
• Consulting with clients regarding ecological considerations for site development including wetland and stream permitting options and T&E species.
• Lead environmental compliance filing for projects under development and/or construction.
• Preparing technical reports and permit applications for regulatory approvals under the Clean Water Act 401/404 and associated state permitting programs, Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and other relevant natural resource planning/permitting disciplines. Track and report on permitting timelines, requirements, and compliance milestones.
• Interpret environmental permits and regulations to ensure that compliance dates and requirements are met.
• Maintain excellent communication with project managers, clients, employees, permitting agencies and subcontractors.
• Communicate with regulatory agency representatives, negotiate permit conditions, represent company during regulatory inspections, and other regulatory meetings.

GPD believes passionately that everyone on our team knows that they are a valued member of our employee-owned company. When you are willing to put the time and effort in to make us successful, you will see that in your paycheck and in your benefits offering.

GPD offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes:
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching and company contribution
• Bonus
• Vacation & Sick Time
• And much more…

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