Environmental Permitting Specialist – Entry Level (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co. is seeking an environmental permitting specialist to join its Duluth office and undertake challenging work on large environmental permitting and compliance projects. The role involves conducting environmental reviews, communicating with regulatory agencies, developing permit applications, and supporting field inspections.

Responsibilities

• Apply environmental principles and regulatory knowledge to support environmental reviews, develop and review permit applications, and track compliance with applicable federal and state requirements
• Coordinate and support field inspections and environmental review activities
• Assist project teams by organizing permitting efforts, tracking progress, and reviewing field reports to verify compliance and accuracy
• Evaluate environmental data, site conditions, and regulatory requirements to identify potential permitting or compliance challenges
• Contribute to effective, practical solutions that support project goals while maintaining regulatory compliance
• Clearly communicate with regulatory agencies, clients, and internal team members regarding permitting requirements, application development, and compliance status through written documentation and verbal updates
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams, regulatory staff, clients, and subcontractors to support permitting efforts and align environmental compliance activities with overall project objectives

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in physical, natural, or environmental science; environmental engineering, or related degree
• Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
• Strong computer skills, including word processing and use of spreadsheets
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future
• 2+ years of professional experience with federal/state environmental regulatory programs or related experience
• Experience with state and federal environmental regulations, permitting processes, and/or field compliance for utility corridor projects
• Experience with soil erosion and sedimentation control plans, construction storm water plans, and site restoration plans
• AGOL/ArcGIS or database software familiarity

Benefits

• Discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Annual time and expense allowances
• Mentorship program
• Many internal training opportunities
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff
• Compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked)
• Paid family leave
• Ergonomic analysis and equipment
• Personal Protective Equipment allowance
• Wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

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