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AECOM

Environmental Permitting Specialist – Natural Resource Scientist

AECOM

. Prepare environmental permit applications for Massachusetts regulatory programs .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Chelmsford • New Mexico • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $94,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental permitting, particularly within Massachusetts regulatory frameworks, and possesses strong writing and GIS skills to effectively prepare permit applications and support energy and infrastructure projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Environmental Permitting ExperienceMassachusetts Wetland Protection Act KnowledgeGIS SkillsStrong Writing SkillsField Ecology Work

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Hard Skills
Environmental PermittingWetlands ExperienceField EcologyPermit Application PreparationMassachusetts Environmental Regulatory Programs
Soft Skills
Strong Writing SkillsAbility to Work in Offices or at Client Sites
Tools & Technologies
GIS
Certifications & Qualifications
Valid Driver’s License
Industry Keywords
Massachusetts Wetland Protection ActUSACE Sections 404/10401 WQC ProgramsMADEP Chapter 91MEPA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Prepare environmental permit applications for Massachusetts regulatory programs
  • Apply knowledge of the Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act, USACE Sections 404/10 and 401 WQC programs, MADEP Chapter 91, and MEPA
  • Conduct wetland and wildlife field ecology work
  • Support energy projects, including electric transmission, generation, and renewables
  • Support state and private-sector infrastructure improvement programs
  • Support federal projects
  • Work with the Northeast Environmental Planning & Permitting Department and East Coast EPP teams
  • Work in offices or at client sites as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • BA/BS in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field, plus 6 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review
  • US Citizenship required
  • Environmental permitting experience
  • Wetlands experience in Massachusetts
  • Strong understanding of Massachusetts Environmental Regulatory Programs, including the Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act Regulations (310 CMR 10:00), USACE Sections 404/10 and 401 WQC programs, and familiarity with MADEP Chapter 91 and MEPA
  • Proven ability to prepare permit applications
  • Strong writing skills and ability to draft environmental permitting applications
  • GIS skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Ability to work in offices or at client sites as needed
  • Sponsorship is not available
  • Relocation is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Disability benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Leaves of absence
  • Voluntary benefits and perks
  • Flexible work options
  • Well-being resources
  • Employee assistance program
  • Business travel insurance
  • Service recognition awards
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Award-winning training and development programs
  • Career growth and leadership development opportunities
  • Global and local project opportunities
  • In-person Day 1 onboarding