Environmental Specialist

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking a full-time Environmental Specialist to facilitate environmental compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations for public and private clients across all of our Lifeline Sectors: Transportation, Renewables, Power, and Water. Our goal is to assist clients with developing an approach to environmental compliance and due diligence that balances development with natural and cultural resources protection. Candidate will preferably work from our office in Bismarck, North Dakota, with remote arrangement from western North Dakota considered.

The Environmental Specialist will support new and existing projects as well as participate in business development. Experience in environmental analysis, compliance, and public/stakeholder involvement will be needed to prepare technical reports. The applicant should have direct experience with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), wetland delineation, biological resources, historic/cultural resources, and/or environmental due diligence surveys/documentation/approvals. This team member will have direct contact with regulatory agencies and clients. This person will also work with multidisciplinary project teams, with proven experience as a team player through the process. Candidate must be invested in expanding Ulteig’s client base and industry presence, while being responsive to our current client needs. The successful candidate must be detail oriented, have strong oral and written communication skills, and be able to prioritize and work simultaneously on multiple projects.

What You'll Do

• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams for the purpose of preparing reports (e.g., NEPA documents, wetland delineation reports, biological assessments, noise analysis, environmental site assessments, etc.) and environmental permit applications in support of projects for various industries and markets
• Review and interpretate data as part of new or ongoing investigations, mitigation, or monitoring projects
• Organize and participate in project field efforts (wildlife, botanical, water, etc.)
• Communicate scientific and technical information to the project team
• Prepare environmental reports and related materials
• Assist public and private clients with permit coordination, acquisition, and compliance
• Develop lasting professional relationships with current clients through quality client support
• Engage new clients through professional networking, marketing, and exceptional customer service and support
• Participate in preparation of proposals, scopes of services, schedules, and budgets

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in environmental science, environmental planning, environmental policy, biology, wildlife management, range management, natural resources management, or related field
• 3-5 years of related experience (advanced degree may count toward experience)
• Basic understanding of …