Environmental Permitting Lead

Trilon Group

. Lead Massachusetts natural resources permitting activities as a technical and project management resource .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeQuincy • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $115,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing environmental permitting processes, including compliance with Massachusetts regulations and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Proven ability to lead projects, develop strategies, and mentor early-career professionals in natural resources management.

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Environmental Permitting ManagementMassachusetts Regulatory FrameworksProject ManagementStrong Communication SkillsProfessional Wetland Scientist Certification

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Hard Skills

Environmental Permit ApplicationsRegulatory ComplianceWetland DelineationsNatural Resources EvaluationsTechnical InvestigationsBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementEcological RestorationInfrastructure Project ManagementField Studies

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationMentoringRelationship BuildingEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Wetland ScientistProfessional Soil Scientist

Industry Keywords

Massachusetts Wetlands Protection ActMassachusetts Endangered Species ActMEPASection 401 Water Quality CertificationUSACE Sections 404/10/408Environmental RegulationsEcological Restoration ProjectsInfrastructure RepairsCulvert ManagementBridge Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Massachusetts natural resources permitting activities as a technical and project management resource
Develop permitting strategies and prepare environmental permit applications
Coordinate with regulatory agencies, municipalities, clients, project teams, and stakeholders
Manage permit application review, preparation, submission, and regulatory compliance
Navigate MEPA, Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, Massachusetts Endangered Species Act, Chapter 91, Section 401 Water Quality Certification, and USACE Sections 404/10/408
Develop and oversee permitting project budgets and schedules
Coordinate wetland delineations, natural resources evaluations, field studies, and technical investigations
Support ecological restoration, infrastructure, bridge, culvert, dam, redevelopment, trail, and roadway projects
Manage multiple projects while maintaining schedules, budgets, quality, and client expectations
Build relationships with regulatory agencies, municipalities, planning agencies, watershed groups, and other stakeholders
Mentor and train early-career natural resources professionals
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate natural resources and permitting considerations into planning and design

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources or a related discipline
7+ years of experience managing environmental permit submissions subject to local, state, and federal regulations
Demonstrated experience with Massachusetts environmental permitting and regulatory frameworks
Experience managing permitting for ecological restoration, infrastructure repairs, bridges, culverts, dams, or redevelopment projects
Strong project management and leadership skills, including ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), Professional Soil Scientist, or similar professional certification preferred
Additional working knowledge of environmental regulations in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and/or New York preferred
Established relationships with state agencies, municipalities, regional planning agencies, watershed organizations, or other environmental stakeholders preferred
Must be able to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Customize your work schedule to fit your life
Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy
Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials
Generous paid time off policy
Clear paths for promotions and opportunity to take on new challenges
Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings
Flexible/remote work opportunities
Part-time benefits
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position
All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Federal e-Verify program