North Carolina Environmental Manager

About Lochner Founded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world.

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As a people-centric company, Lochner's purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work.

At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story. Lochner – learn more about usYour impact:

Planning and overseeing higher level natural resources field investigations, including coordinating field teams, managing logistics, and ensuring that sampling and data collection adhere to established health and safety protocols and quality standards.

Perform on-site natural resources field investigations and/or inspections and collect samples of soil, water, air, and biological materials to assess environmental conditions and identify potential environmental impacts.

Regularly collect and analyze environmental data to track trends and detect any changes or potential issues in various ecosystems, ensuring that environmental quality is maintained or improved.

Assist in the formulation and review of environmental policies, regulations, and standards to ensure they are effective and up-to-date, and contribute to regulatory compliance and enforcement efforts.

Manage and execute natural components of transportation and other engineering projects, such as wetland and stream impact minimization/mitigation, habitat restoration, or sustainability initiatives, ensuring they meet objectives, budgets, and timelines.

Write detailed technical reports, permitting packages, and documentation summarizing field findings, project outcomes, and compliance with environmental regulations, and present these findings to stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

Evaluate the environmental impact of proposed transportation projects or activities, and assist in the development of NEPA/SEPA documents.

Qualifications:

Requires a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field
10-15+ years of experience working in the transportation industry in North Carolina with clients, stakeholder agencies, and the general public desired

Experience with environmental science, environmental permitting, and NEPA/SEPA experience desired

Proficient in GIS software, Microsoft and Adobe software, and understanding of Microstation or CADD software

Proficiency with technical writing, communication software, technology, health and safety protocols, and tools.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and work with a collaborative team

Self-motivated with strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Benefits

Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career.

Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes:

Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care Paid Family Leave Retirement Plan with Employer Match Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3

Education and Training Assistance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts Paid Time…