Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist at Fluor Corporation Denmark

Sanger, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

224000.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Regulatory Permitting, Environmental Compliance, NEPA, CEQA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Compensatory Mitigation, Construction Compliance, Data Management, Analytical Skills, Verbal Skills, Writing Skills, Organizational Ability, Microsoft Office

Industry

Construction

Description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role. Job Description Fluor is seeking candidates for opportunities within our Program Delivery Support (PDS) team, working alongside the California High-Speed Rail Authority, to provide program delivery and program management services for one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S. The system will connect the 500-mile stretch between the Los Angeles region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations. The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California’s Central Valley. Under the general direction of the Program Delivery Support (PDS) Assistant Manager and California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) Director of Environmental Services, the Senior Permitting Specialist oversees and manages regulatory permitting and environmental compliance for the Authority’s projects in the Central Valley. The Senior Permitting Specialist manages regulatory permitting under a variety of federal and state environmental laws of one or more construction packages across 171 miles in the Central Valley. From design and permit application to project implementation and construction compliance, the Senior Permitting Specialist manages the delivery of permit and permit amendment applications according to the Authority’s standards, supervises the preparation and submittal of compliance documentation to Authority leadership and regulatory agencies, and interfaces with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. Job Duties: • Provides management and oversight in the preparation of state and federal permit applications, review and analysis of NEPA and CEQA documents, compensatory mitigation procurement, and construction-phase environmental compliance in the Central Valley • Supports the Authority in the strategic development, preparation, and acquisition of regulatory permits and approvals, and amendments thereto, under sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 7 of the federal Endangered Species Act, Section 2081 of the California Endangered Species Act, and Section 1600 of the California Fish and Game Code, among others • Reviews compliance documentation and reports • Supports the Authority’s procurement of compensatory mitigation by evaluating compensatory mitigation requirements, analyzing market availability, preparing procurement documents, and managing mitigation contracts • Assist with construction-phase compliance including responding to potential noncompliance events, regulatory agency inquires and request, and reporting. • Retrieves data and prepares reporting using the Authority’s proprietary database management application Basic Job Requirements • Accredited four (4) year degree in biology, environmental science or global equivalent in applicable field of study and ten (10) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to fourteen (14) years if non-degreed Other Job Requirements • Experience with progressively greater responsibility in the field of regulatory permitting and environmental and permitting compliance in California • Experience with major environmental laws including CEQA, NEPA, Clean Water Act, state and federal endangered species acts, Porter-Cologne, and lake/streambed alteration agreements • Experience working on large, complex programs and projects • Exceptional analytical, verbal, and writing skills • Able to demonstrate a high level of organizational ability • Capable of pivoting and reprioritizing to meet changing program needs and deadlines • Able to work independently • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications Preferred Qualifications • Master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or a related field • Experience with large-scale compensatory mitigation planning and procurement • Experience implementing wildlife connectivity projects • Experience in constructions compliance tracking, documentation, and reporting • Experience with design-build contracting and construction processes #LI-SI1 We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law. Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses. Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role. Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening. To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Salary Range: $125,000.00 - $224,000.00

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Responsibilities

The Senior Permitting Specialist oversees and manages regulatory permitting and environmental compliance for the California High-Speed Rail Authority's projects. This includes preparing permit applications, ensuring compliance with environmental laws, and interfacing with various stakeholders.