Deputy Project Manager/Senior Environmental Scientist
Job description
Deputy Project Manager/Senior Environmental Scientist - NEPA
Assist with the preparation of NEPA documentation for transportation projects in our Austin, Texas, office. This position will assist with preparing Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments, and Categorical Exclusions. Multiple positions are available.
Responsibilities will include:
* Preparing environmental documentation, including NEPA documentation, technical reports, and permit applications.
* Conducting literature research and data collection for environmental investigations and documentation.
* Completing Indirect and Cumulative Impact Analyses.
* Public Involvement, agency consultation, and planning.
* Conducting fieldwork and attending meetings, as needed or required.
Qualifications
A master's degree in environmental sciences is preferred a bachelors degree is accepted, transportation planning, environmental planning, or similar discipline. Local candidates are preferred.
5+ years relevant professional work experience. Work experience should include preparing NEPA documentation, preferably for Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) projects, and environmental permit applications. TxDOT Pre-Certification a plus.
Working knowledge of environmental regulations, including NEPA, Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbours Act, among others.
Computer skills should include the MS Office Suite. Excellent technical writing and communication skills required. (A writing sample may be requested.)
EWI Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
