Senior Environmental Specialist

You deserve a job that you feel proud of, where you can channel your knowledge and skills into projects that positively affect communities, and where you create your own path. This is Alliant. Become an employee-owner of a growing engineering and consulting firm where we strive to provide a diverse and equitable culture of support and opportunities. Our success is driven by our employee-owners, and we're excited to have you be a part of it.

The Impact You'll Have:

As a Senior Environmental Specialist, you'll have the chance to ensure transportation and land development projects are constructed in a way that is compliant with permitting requirements and protects the environment for current and future generations. Your experience will be utilized both in the field in collaboration with contractors and regulatory agencies, as well as in the office guiding the design and permitting approval for future construction projects.

Responsibilities:

• Lead wetland delineations following the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 1987 Manual and applicable Regional Supplements and develop wetland delineation reports.
• Prepare appropriate environmental permit applications which may include NPDES, USACE Section 404 Clean Water Act (CWA), MPCA 401 Water Quality Certification, Wetland Conservation Act (WCA), Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR) Public Waters, and MN DNR Threatened and Endangered Species.
• Lead MEPA and NEPA environmental documentation including Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), Environmental Assessments (EA and EAW) and Categorical Exclusions (CATEX).
• Lead vegetation surveys and wildlife habitat surveys.
• Serve as the Contract Environmental Compliance Officer (CECO) for large transportation design-build projects during pursuit and construction. This role requires collaboration and consensus building among contractors, public agency representatives, and regulatory officials to mitigate environmental issues on projects and ensure compliance with permit requirements.
• Assist in and/or lead the writing of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) for construction projects.
• Provide guidance on restoration efforts for areas damaged by erosion or other environmental factors.
• Assist engineering staff with design of turf establishment, erosion control, and occasionally stormwater best management practices. This includes development of design details and writing of special provisions.
• Assist/Lead soil health improvement projects.

Required Qualifications:

• BA or BS in Environmental Science, Soil Science, Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, or related major
• Minimum of 7+ years of wetland experience, preferably working with road or land development projects in design, construction, or permitting
• Strong knowledge of civil construction practices and applicable environmental regulations. Ability to interpret civil construction plans, specifications, and schedules
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities, organization and multi-tasking skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent technical, written and oral communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed as Professional Soil Scientist in the State of Minnesota.
• Certified Minnesota Wetland Professional or Professional In-Training (CMWP or CMWPIT)
• 10+ years experience working with road or land development projects in design, construction, or permitting.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and uneven terrain
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs
• While Alliant embraces work/life balance, occasional weekend and evening work is required

Benefits:

At Alliant, we take care of our employees by offering a competitive benefit package including:

• Competitive Salary with Bonus Opportunities
• Market-Leading Profit Sharing, ESOP and 401k Contribution Programs
• Medical (with HSA Contribution), Dental, and Vision Plans
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
• Wellness Programs and Competitions
• Generous Annual Leave and Compensatory Time Off Programs
• Flexible Schedules
• Casual Work Environment
• Paid Professional Development and Training
• Community Involvement/Charity Events
• Numerous Employee Focused Events (Lunch & Learns, Office Recreation Room, Off-Site Socials, Etc.)

Who We Are:

Alliant Engineering, Inc., an employee-owned company, is a growing engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and surveying firm with a strong culture of customer service, quality, delivery, and innovation. At Alliant we work hard; we have fun; and we love it.

We design solutions that address current needs while paving the way for a brighter future. We provide a culture of diversity, equity, and support, where everyone is given the opportunity to grow and succeed. We approach every project with unwavering confidence yet remain humbly committed to designing work that speaks for itself. At Alliant, our employee-owners are the force behind our success, and we can't wait for you to join us to build better communities with excellence and passion.

The base pay for this position is expected to be in the range of $80,000 - $115,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.