Regulatory and Permitting Specialist

Regulatory and Permitting Specialist

Virginia Beach, VA, US, 23451

Additional Locations: Hybrid

Primary Locations: VA, Virginia Beach, 1008 Old Virginia Beach Rd Suite 200, 23451

Requisition ID: 203544

Position Overview

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, has an opening for a Regulatory and Permitting Specialist specializing in Wetlands and Waters Permitting, and NEPA to join our Hampton Roads, Virginia team. This position will work with our regulatory team to serve as a liaison between clients and regulatory agencies for regulatory authorizations with a heavy emphasis on technical writing, regulatory expertise, and interaction with regulators, as well as permit application and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) document preparation.

Job Duties

Prepare and manage permit application preparation for the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) and Virginia Marine Resources Commission (VMRC)

NEPA document writing and management

Research current state and federal regulations and project design needs for public and private clients

Coordinate large scale projects with multiple staff members and consultants, varying timelines, and complex logistics

Prepare scopes of work, fee proposals, and Design-Build bid materials

Help building practice with private development clients, localities, state and federal agencies

Mentor junior staff and help grow team,

Coordinate with regulatory team members at other WSSI offices

Collaborate with team members and Project Manager to ensure project objectives (scope, schedule, deliverables) are met in accordance with established metrics

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have demonstrated success working with a diverse client base in both public and private sectors, as well as the ability to work independently on tasks and with a team.

Minimum qualifications include:

Bachelors degree in environmental planning, science, or policy

5 years of experience in permitting/NEPA

Thorough understanding of environmental regulations pertaining to 404/401 Clean Water Act, Virginia Water Protection (VWP) permit program, NEPA, and Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act

Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects and deadlines under limited supervision

Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities

Ability to provide excellent customer service

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a dynamic environment

Experience preparing scopes of work, fee proposals

Strong organizational, time management, attention to detail, and analytical skills

Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment; offer constructive feedback to support goals

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of software

Preferred qualifications include:

Experience with NEPA concerning Virginia’s Locally Administered Projects Program, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) or DoD agencies

Experience with wetland delineations, hazardous materials investigations, fisheries, air and noise regulations, and/or grant writing and planning related to coastal resiliency

Experience using GIS and GPS; working knowledge of AutoCAD

Knowledge and experience with land development, utilities, transportation, stormwater, flood mitigation and/or resilience practices

Additional Information

What We Offer:

Paid time off and paid holidays.

Opportunities for advancement.

All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.

401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.

Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.

Group Health Plan.

Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.

Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.

Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.

The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.

Charitable matching gift program.

All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com .

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%

Davey is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and considers all qualified employees and applicants for all positions regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state, or local law. It is our mandate that all matters related to the terms and conditions of employment and all treatment on the job be free of discrimination. In addition, harassment based on any protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.

To preview Davey’s relevant EO/AA plan, please submit a written request to: The Davey Tree Expert Company, Attn: HR, 1500 N. Mantua Street, Kent, Ohio 44240.

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Nearest Major Market: Virginia Beach