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AECOM

Environmental Permitting Specialist – Natural Resource Scientist

AECOM

. Prepare environmental permit applications for Massachusetts regulatory programs .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • Chelmsford • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $94,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental permitting and regulatory compliance, particularly within Massachusetts, alongside strong skills in ecology and GIS. Proven ability to prepare detailed permit applications and conduct field ecology work effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Environmental Permitting ExperienceWetlands Experience in MassachusettsStrong Understanding of Massachusetts Environmental Regulatory ProgramsGIS SkillsStrong Writing Skills

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Hard Skills
Environmental ScienceEcologyBiologyPermit Application PreparationField Ecology WorkRegulatory ComplianceWetland Protection Act RegulationsUSACE Sections 404/10 and 401 WQC ProgramsMADEP Chapter 91 ProgramMEPA
Certifications & Qualifications
Valid Driver’s License
Industry Keywords
Massachusetts Regulatory ProgramsEnergy ProjectsElectric TransmissionRenewablesInfrastructure Improvement ProgramsFederal Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Prepare environmental permit applications for Massachusetts regulatory programs
  • Support energy projects, including electric transmission, generation, and renewables
  • Support state and private-sector infrastructure improvement programs and federal projects
  • Conduct wetland and wildlife field ecology work
  • Work with AECOM’s Northeast Environmental Planning & Permitting Department and East Coast EPP team
  • Attend offices or client sites as needed
  • Attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office

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 Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act Regulations (310 CMR 10:00), USACE Sections 404/10 and 401 WQC programs, MADEP Chapter 91 Program, and MEPA
  • Proven ability to prepare permit applications
  • Strong writing skills
  • GIS skills and strong computer skills
  • Ability to work in offices or at client sites as needed
  • Relocation is not available
  • Sponsorship 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
  • Training and development programs
  • Day 1 in-person onboarding at an AECOM office