Senior Environmental Planner / NEPA Specialist

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TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs -- so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world.

Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

TRC is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner/NEPA Specialist to join its successful Planning, Permitting, and Licensing practice in Lanham, MD. This position requires an interdisciplinary, technical, and regulatory specialist who will provide environmental project leadership for public and private sector clients. Typical work would include proposal development, services to meet National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) environmental review, project management, and providing technical services to engineers during design and construction. The successful candidate will be entrusted with managing and leading projects, conducting studies related to their technical discipline to meet NEPA and regulatory requirements.

*There is potential for a flexible working environment / work from surrounding states.

The successful individual will be a client-facing technical leader with in-depth knowledge pertaining to the planning of energy transition, renewable energy and/or transportation projects and advancing such projects through local, state and federal government approval processes for large, complex projects. This individual should demonstrate experience leading and managing planning and permitting work scopes for projects associated with transportation and/or energy projects. Experience working with DOE funded projects is desired. They also need to have the ability to guide the agencies and TRC's project partners through the environmental processes in order to meet applicable laws and regulations to successfully achieve project design goals.

Responsibilities

• Engage as a client-facing technical leader with in-depth knowledge pertaining to the planning of transportation and energy projects and advancing such projects through the local, state and federal government approval process. Interact directly with the agencies/clients as TRC's environmental planning subject matter expert.
• Provide environmental planning expertise pertaining to NEPA, for federal agencies including but not limited to, the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of the Interior (DOI) Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) requirements/regulations to facilitate advancement of the transportation asset design or construction project permitting/planning to completion.
• Support marketing and business development efforts and represent TRC at industry functions.
• Lead and manage the preparation of project-related environmental documentation (e.g., initial studies, environmental impact statements, environmental assessments, categorical exclusions and exemptions, and negative declarations).
• Mentor and train junior to mid-level staff that will support the successful candidate in implementing the work.

Requirements

• 10-15+ years of experience in environmental planning specific to transportation and/or energy related projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing environmental planning projects and developing scopes of work for Energy and Transportation related projects, including the ability to guide agencies/clients through the environmental processes required to meet applicable environmental compliance and permitting laws and regulations.
• The ability to apply environmental planning in support of applicable state and federal regulatory agencies to projects for clients that may include State DOTs, State DEPs, EPA, DOE, USDOT, USACE, and USFWS. Knowledge of local, regional, and state/local planning, and zoning processes.
• Demonstrated experience in the management of scopes, schedules, and budgets for a variety of project types with an emphasis on transportation and energy.
• The successful candidate will also be expected to effectively document field data, provide interpretations, and present conclusions in written reports, memos, and emails; therefore, strong technical/scientific report writing is required and writing samples will be requested.
• This is a leadership role and is expected to require staff management.
• Excellent analytical reasoning skills, technical writing, and communication skills, managerial, and proficiency with the Microsoft Office software suite.
• The ability to maintain a positive attitude during potentially demanding client engagements.

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Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.