Environmental Consultant
12 month contract with multi year extension potential
Pay- 60 to 78/hr W2
Benefits eligible after 30 days health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid sick leave
Onsite in Richland WA
Schedule 4x10s
U.S. citizenship required
No per diem. No remote work.
Description
Provide independent consultation on environmental review efforts that involve NEPA and SEPA processes in support of new nuclear development.
Principal Accountabilities
• Understanding environmental review needs which may include the conduct of field and onsite visits as needed.
• Engaging in review and research activities so that NEPA and SEPA processes are addressed properly and appropriate solutions can be designed for the same.
• Collaborating with a team of environmental scientists, engineers, technicians, and other experts in environmental laws to support discussion and resolution of environmental and process issues.
• Preparing necessary project documentation and business presentations and proposals as agreed upon in order to meet expectations.
• Updating management on agreed upon reports related to business objectives and targets.
• Identifying environmental issues and assisting in formulation and implementation of the suggested environmental strategies.
• Reviewing the effectiveness of the project and ensuring compliance with environmental rules and regulations.
• Making management aware of latest environmental policies, rules, and standards that may need to be followed.
Required Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Biological Science, or related technical field.
• Five years of experience in an environmental related field.
Desired Education and Experience
Experience with and knowledge of federal and WA State environmental planning activities such as:
• NPDES permit preparation and compliance
• Storm water management and SWPPP planning
• Air permits such as Air Operating Permits and Radioactive Air Emissions Licenses
• Environmental management systems
• Pollution prevention
• Community right to know requirements
• Local and state government siting requirements
• Solid waste disposal
• Preparation of environmental reports and impact statements
• SEPA compliance
• Water rights applications, permits, and certificates
Required Abilities and Skills
• Understanding environmental review needs which may include the conduct of field and onsite visits as needed.
• Engaging in research activities so that NEPA and SEPA processes are addressed properly and appropriate solutions can be designed for the same.
• Collaborating with a team of environmental scientists, engineers, technicians, and other experts in environmental laws to support discussion and resolution of environmental and environmental process issues.
• Preparing necessary project documentation and business presentations and proposals as agreed upon in order to meet expectations.
• Updating management on agreed upon reports related to business objectives and targets.
• Identifying environmental issues and ensuring that management gets necessary assistance for formulation and implementation of the suggested environmental strategies.
• Reviewing the effectiveness of the project and ensuring compliance with environmental rules and regulations.
• Making management aware of latest environmental policies, rules, and standards that may need to be followed.
Desired Abilities and Skills
• Direct knowledge of environmental regulatory activities such as transmittals, permitting, reporting, regulatory analysis, and related tasks.