KPD - Environmental Permitting Lead​/Entry-Level Environmental Planner

KPD - Environmental Permitting Lead / Entry-Level Environmental Planner

Location:

Medford, OR

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated Permitting Specialist with a strong background in permit application development, technical report writing, and agency coordination. This role will support permitting efforts for environmental and state or local permitting required across multiple construction projects, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will bring 3 or more years of experience in environmental consulting, permitting or agency engagement, with a strong command of ArcGIS and Field Maps for spatial data interpretation.

Responsibilities:

• Manage permitting strategies for linear electrical projects, including timelines, deliverables, and risk mitigation.
• Identify all required permits at federal, state, tribal, and local levels.
• Interpret and utilize Field Maps and ArcGIS tools to support environmental planning and design avoidance.
• Prepare, submit, and track permit applications, ensuring timely approvals and maintain a comprehensive permitting matrix and schedule aligned with project milestones.
• Coordinate with environmental consultants and design team for impact assessments and advise on strategy for successful project execution.
• Manage 404/401 permitting processes, including field survey scoping, application development, agency coordination, and permit compliance.
• Serve as the primary liaison with permitting agencies such as U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Federal Land Managers, state environmental departments, and city planning offices.
• Develop and deliver regular permitting status reports to project leadership, highlighting risks, delays, and mitigation actions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in environmental permitting, construction compliance, or related fieldwork.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online, and Field Maps for environmental data collection and analysis.
• Strong technical writing skills, with experience drafting environmental reports and permit applications.
• In-depth knowledge of Clean Water Act Section 404/401 permitting processes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Base Compensation: $80,000/yr - $100,000/yr

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.