Project Environmental Scientist

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

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 Project Environmental Scientist, you will use your expertise in planning on various NEPA assignments, making independent decisions on complex issues, and may supervise junior staff. You will produce reports, complete analysis, or studies that successfully shape the future of communities and help them thrive.

While PEL experience is beneficial and certification as a planner (AICP) is a valuable asset, neither is mandatory.

• Provide high‑level project development and review of project documents and report quality for complex projects, including Federal Highway Administration project environmental reviews and documentation
• Participate in transportation project environmental reviews and documentation
• Perform QA/QC and ensure delivery of completed reports, policies, and studies meet quality standards and project objectives
• Research and interpret current and upcoming regulatory and procedural requirements
• Prepare project documentation and ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and budget
• Collaborate on the development of standards and/or guidelines for planning activities within the team
• Collaborate to develop standards and guidelines for team planning activities
• Execute complex assignments independently, developing new techniques and procedures as needed
• Coordinate across Olsson teams and direct design efforts for master plans
• Partner with project managers to implement design plans, monitor progress, and flag potential issues
• Contribute to scope and scheduling; may facilitate public meetings
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, agencies, and community stakeholders to meet local needs
• Work collaboratively to promote efficiency and produce high quality work
• May supervise and review the work of junior staff
• Maintain project and client data in the firm’s management system

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Oklahoma City, OK office location.

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities
• Applying your working knowledge of applicable requirements and regulations
• Integrating planning and environmental processes to improve transportation project delivery
• Contributing to the success of the firm

You bring to the team:

• Ability to contribute and work well with a team
• Bachelor’s degree in planning, policy, political science, or related areas of study
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in planning
• Ability to coordinate and conduct agency, public and stakeholder involvement
• Understanding of Section 4(f) and 6(f) requirements in Federal Highway Administration projects
• Solid interpersonal and decision‑making skills and the ability to generate innovative and effective solutions to complex problems
• Ability to represent Olsson in a professional manner at all times

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee‑owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found…