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At Olsson, we help our clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes with ease. We ensure proactive compliance with key environmental laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Our approach and use of the latest and best methods help clients achieve their project goals while protecting our natural resources. As a NEPA & CEQA Subject Matter Expert, you will serve as a trusted advisor responsible for elevating the firm’s environmental infrastructure discipline. This role emphasizes technical excellence, mentorship, regulatory expertise, and high‑level review of environmental deliverables. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, advance innovative approaches, and ensure the highest standards of quality across environmental planning, permitting, and biological resource services. The Subject Matter Expert provides strategic direction on environmental design, analysis, and compliance activities across the firm, with a focus on technical performance, innovation, and regulatory rigor.
Job Responsibility:
Serve as a firmwide subject matter expert, providing internal and external leadership on environmental compliance, permitting, biological resources, NEPA/CEQA documentation, and marine species protection
Provide strategic direction and consultation to project teams and clients on complex environmental issues, regulatory pathways, and technical methodologies
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations, including NEPA, CEQA, ESA, CWA and other applicable biological and ecological requirements. Prepare and review environmental analyses, technical reports, and permitting documentation
Maintain a strong external reputation as an industry leader, contributing to the profession through publications, conference presentations, and participation in scientific or regulatory working groups
Promote efficiencies and uphold quality standards, ensuring environmental deliverables meet the highest levels of scientific rigor and regulatory defensibility
Research and analyze environmental data, trends, and emerging technologies, providing insights and recommendations related to biological resources, habitat conservation, and environmental planning
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, scientific partners, and industry organizations, to stay informed of evolving policies and opportunities for collaboration
Represent the firm in professional organizations, advisory committees, or regulatory forums to elevate both the environmental discipline and the firm’s visibility
Lead and manage environmental projects from early planning through implementation, including scoping, technical strategy, budgeting, scheduling, and quality oversight
Mentor and develop staff, fostering technical growth, scientific excellence, and consistency across environmental practice areas
Requirements:
Strong communication skills
Ability to contribute and work well on a team
Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, environmental policy, natural resource management, or related field
15+ years of experience in environmental consulting, including permitting and regulatory compliance
Strong technical background and experience with NEPA/CEQA and ESA
Experience in leading and mentoring others
Innovative and proactive approach to problem-solving
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, including participation in professional organizations
What we offer:
Competitive 401(k) match
Tailored development paths
Flexible work arrangements
Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
Traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.)
Opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance