Environmental Permitting Lead

Trilon Group

. Lead Massachusetts natural resources permitting activities, including permitting strategy, application preparation, agency coordination, and regulatory compliance .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeBoston • 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 strategy development, application preparation, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and maintain project schedules and budgets while ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.

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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 EvaluationsField StudiesTechnical InvestigationsBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementEcological RestorationInfrastructure Permitting

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsCollaborationRelationship BuildingMentoringEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Wetland ScientistProfessional Soil Scientist

Industry Keywords

Massachusetts Wetlands Protection ActMassachusetts Endangered Species ActMEPAUSACE Sections 404/10/408Chapter 91Section 401 Water Quality CertificationEnvironmental RegulationsEcological Restoration ProjectsInfrastructure RepairsStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Massachusetts natural resources permitting activities, including permitting strategy, application preparation, agency coordination, and regulatory compliance
Manage review, preparation, and submission of environmental permit applications
Navigate MEPA, Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, Massachusetts Endangered Species Act, Chapter 91, Section 401 Water Quality Certification, USACE Sections 404/10/408, and other environmental regulations
Coordinate with regulatory agencies, municipalities, project teams, clients, and stakeholders to support permit approvals
Develop permitting strategies and advise project teams on regulatory requirements and impacts on schedules and design
Develop and oversee project budgets and schedules for permitting and natural resources work
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 permitting projects while maintaining schedules, budgets, quality, and client expectations
Build relationships with agencies, municipalities, planning agencies, watershed groups, and stakeholders
Mentor and train early-career natural resources professionals
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate permitting considerations into project 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
Strong project management and leadership skills, including the 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
Visa sponsorship is not available
Successful criminal background check required

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
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Federal e-Verify program