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Burns & McDonnell · 23 hours ago

Staff Environmental Scientist - Land Use, Siting & Routing (Richmond, VA)

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

4+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is actively seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist – Land Use, Siting & Routing for their Richmond, VA office. The role involves supporting project management in routing and siting studies, local and environmental permitting, and GIS mapping, while also providing opportunities for professional growth within the environmental and engineering practices.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Jeremy Johnson

Responsibilities

Preparing studies, evaluations, local and state documentation for all types and sizes of environmental projects

Ability to work independently and demonstrate competence in the area of technical report writing related to technical reports and regulatory (Federal, State, local) permitting documents

Experience with local government permitting, GIS mapping, environmental compliance, permitting, and agency consultations

Working with clients, resource agencies, environmental and technical staff to prepare environmental documents and related technical studies

Developing, cultivating, and strengthening relationships with clients

Assist with developing business for the Mid-Atlantic ENS Global Practice

Other duties, as assigned

Qualification

Environmental PermittingGIS MappingTechnical Report WritingLocal Land Use PoliciesAnalytical SkillsBusiness DevelopmentMicrosoft OfficeGPS ProficiencyClient Relationship ManagementCommunication SkillsTime ManagementProblem-Solving Skills

Required

B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science, Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Urban & Regional Planning, or Natural and/or Cultural Resources Management or related field from an accredited university

Minimum 4 years related professional experience (consulting experience highly preferred)

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are required to develop and maintain relationships

Solid time management and follow-through skills, with the ability to simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient with GPS and excellent writing skills

Strong experience working in the ArcGIS Pro environment

Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office suite

Strong experience working with both private and public-sector clients

Preferred

Specific experience in electric transmission, transportation, renewables, and other similar markets is preferred

Local and regional knowledge and relationships with existing clients is preferred

Business development in both sectors is beneficial

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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