What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Permitting Specialist position at Spencer Ogden?
You will take ownership of environmental and land-use permitting across multiple projects, working closely with internal teams, consultants, and regulatory bodies to move projects from early-stage development through approval.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading local, state, and federal permitting processes across multiple jurisdictions
- Preparing and managing permit applications and supporting documentation
- Representing the company in public meetings, hearings, and stakeholder engagements
- Managing environmental review processes including:
- Wetlands
- Endangered species
- Cultural/archaeological resources
- Watershed and water use
- Air permitting and engineering reviews
- Coordinating and managing external consultants and technical advisors
- Supporting project siting, mapping, and planning alongside GIS teams
- Contributing to community engagement strategies
- Monitoring and analyzing evolving regulatory and policy frameworks
- Supporting broader project development strategy and execution
What We’re Looking For
- Degree in Environmental Studies, Planning, or a related field
- 7 years of environmental permitting experience
- Strong working knowledge of:
- NEPA processes
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
- State Historic Preservation Offices
- State Public Utility Commissions
- Experience navigating state and local zoning / land-use processes
- Confident communicator with experience presenting to public and regulatory audiences
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Salary : $130,000 - $140,000