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Senior Environmental Sciences Specialist - NEPA
Senior Environmental Sciences Specialist - NEPABlack & Veatch • Phoenix, Arizona, US
Senior Environmental Sciences Specialist - NEPA

Senior Environmental Sciences Specialist - NEPA

Black & Veatch • Phoenix, Arizona, US
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Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 112125

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time / Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available : No

Why Black and Veatch

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life.

At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use. #LI-MK1

The Opportunity

In this role, you will have the opportunity to :

  • Work with a dynamic team within an established global infrastructure consulting and engineering company.
  • Lead the development of environmental impact assessment and review documents in compliance with NEPA and / or similar state-specific programs.
  • Lead the development and review of authorizations required for nuclear power facilities, including Combined Operation License Applications
  • Join Black & Veatch’s Environmental team to provide strategic environmental consulting for a wide range of infrastructure projects to achieve environmental stewardship for our clients.

The Team

Our Environmental team is a multidisciplinary team of ecologists, engineers, scientists, project managers, and attorneys working together to identify optimum environmental solutions for our clients. We have provided environmental consulting services in support of projects for over 40 years including a diverse and growing mix of infrastructure projects such as power generation (conventional and renewable) and transmission, oil and gas facilities and pipelines, water and wastewater treatment facilities, data centers, and food and beverage industries. As a full-service environmental consulting practice, services include impact assessment and planning, regulatory compliance and permitting, wetland and floodplain analysis, waterbody and water quality assessment, air quality permitting and management, environmental remediation, site due diligence, environmental noise assessment, pollution prevention planning, and climate action solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead NEPA Documentation Efforts :

  • Manage and prepare comprehensive EISs and EAs in compliance with NEPA requirements.
  • Coordinate with federal agencies, stakeholders, and technical teams to ensure timely and accurate environmental documentation.
  • Oversee and / or advise on public involvement processes, including scoping, public meetings, and comment response.
  • Support NRC Licensing Activities :

  • Contribute to the development and review of COLAs for nuclear power facilities.
  • Ensure alignment with NRC environmental review procedures and regulatory frameworks.
  • Collaborate with legal, engineering, and regulatory teams to support licensing strategy and documentation.
  • Integrate Environmental Justice Considerations :

  • Identify and assess potential EJ impacts in project areas.
  • Develop mitigation strategies and outreach plans to address EJ concerns.
  • Ensure compliance with Executive Order 12898 and agency-specific EJ guidance.
  • Operate both independently and as part of a team providing critical support to clients in environmental compliance planning, environmental permitting, due diligence, and environmental review services.
  • Identify and interpret the statutes and regulations affecting the siting, design, construction, and operation of projects.
  • Independently perform and lead multidisciplinary teams to conduct environmental analyses and develop permit applications, environmental reports, and environmental compliance procedures manuals.
  • Mentor junior staff and contribute to quality assurance of deliverables.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental studies, environmental engineering, or sciences strongly preferred. May also consider other degrees, specialized training, or experience that uniquely qualifies the individual to perform the job responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated experience leading the development of environmental impact assessment and review documents in compliance with NEPA or comparable state or international requirements, and familiarity with studies and other supporting documentation.
  • Demonstrated experience with NRC licensing processes, particularly COLAs.
  • Proven ability to incorporate Environmental Justice into environmental assessments.
  • Experience with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission environmental documentation requirements associated with the licensing of combustion power plants, fuels, and / or hydroelectric facilities is preferred but not required.
  • Experience working on environmental aspects Federal clients is preferred but not required.
  • Demonstrated success with domestic and international consulting, permitting, licensing, and environmental quality review processes for a wide range of infrastructure projects in sectors such as power generation, process industries, water / wastewater treatment, telecommunications, data centers, and industrial manufacturing
  • Experience leading and managing multidisciplinary teams to achieve timely and accurate project goals.
  • Dedication to high quality deliverables for all clients, internal and external.
  • Proven technical writing abilities.
  • Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor degree in engineering or professional degree in Sciences in area of expertise preferred with specialized training, or experience that uniquely qualifies the individual to perform the job responsibilities.
  • A minimum total of 10 years of related work experience.
  • All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any / all of the following : criminal / civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
  • Work Environment / Physical Demands

  • Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
  • Ability to utilize audio / videoconferencing software tools for internal / external communication
  • Sitting / standing / computer usage for extended periods of time
  • Domestic travel up to 15%
  • Salary Plan

    ENS : Eng & Technical Specialties

    Job Grade

    017

    Black & Veatch endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our . This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.

    Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

    Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

    To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

    A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

    We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

    By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

    BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

    For our EEO Policy Statement, please click .

    Notice to External Search Firms : Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

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