SeniorEnvironmentalScientist

Company Description We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us. Job Description At Olsson, we help our clients to navigate complex regulatory landscapes with ease. We ensure proactive compliance with key environmental laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and National Historic Preservation Act. Our approach and use of the latest and best methods help clients achieve their project goals while protecting our natural resources. As a Senior Environmental Scientist, your role is multifaceted and critical in ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting the delivery of transportation projects. You may manage projects, work with regulators (state department of transportation, state game and fish, state department of environmental quality, Federal Highway Administration [FHWA], U. S. Army Corps of Engineers [USACE], U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service [USFWS]), coordinate with clients, and collaborate with team members. You may also mentor and train others on complex work and lead client and regulatory meetings. Join us and be part of a team that’s making a real impact! Primary Responsibilities: National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA): Leading and developing the required transportation NEPA documentation process; including Categorical Exclusion, Environmental Assessment, Environmental Impact Statement, interfacing with agencies (e.g., lead federal agency, state agenc