Environmental Permitting Specialist

At AKS, we are growing and building for the future. We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands-on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on. We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next. When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.

Are you passionate about environmental compliance and making a real impact on the places we live and work? Join our Natural Resources team as an Environmental Permitting Specialist and help drive projects that support infrastructure, transportation, and housing development while protecting the environment every step of the way. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team of scientists, planners, and engineers and help our clients navigate complex regulatory requirements from start to finish. 

What You’ll Do

• Gather and prepare online background maps and data to support field investigations.
• Conduct wetland delineations, ordinary high-water delineations, riparian habitat assessments, mitigation monitoring, and other related field data collection throughout Oregon.
• Prepare DSL and USACE Wetland Delineation Reports.
• Prepare Natural Resource Assessment reports to support compliance with local jurisdictional requirements.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with coworkers, clients, permitting agency staff, and other project team members.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously and do what needs to be done to meet project goals, schedules, and budgets.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in wetland ecology, forest ecology, environmental science or biology, botany, soils, or a closely related field.
• Experience conducting wetland and waters delineations using the Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual: Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Region.
• Experience conducting fieldwork throughout Oregon.
• Basic wildlife and plant identification skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with common professional software, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and familiarity with scheduling or presentation tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work long days in the field.
• Takes personal responsibility for delivering quality work within established budgets and timelines.
• You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.

Nice to Have

• General understanding of jurisdictional wetlands and waters in Oregon.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented mindset with a desire to support a growing firm.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Comfortable managing multiple responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Why AKS?

At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team: 

• Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose. 
• Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality. 
• Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities. 
• Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive. 
• Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together. 
• Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities. 
• A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year. 

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.