Lead Environmental Planner

Office

Location:

Any Apex Office (Fargo, Bismarck, Dickinson, Minot, ND or Detroit Lakes, St. Cloud, Minnetonka, MN) / Remote location also considered. The position can be performed from any Apex office or remotely within 100 miles of our ND offices. The candidate will be expected to attend in person key business, client, and project related meetings, including personnel meetings if they are a direct supervisor.

They will report directly to the Transportation Sector Leader. This is a strategic hire to build an environmental team by expanding services to public and private clients. Key responsibilities include technical work for transportation and water projects requiring NEPA documentation, threatened and endangered species assessments, public agency coordination, permitting, and wetland delineation/mitigation. Also required is participation in the development of new opportunities, preparing effective technical proposals, and active collaboration on projects with other project managers.

• Preparing NEPA documentation for projects including Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, and Categorical Exclusions.
• Participating in business development and marketing activities related to environmental work with existing clients and potential new clients.
• Preparing technical proposals for project pursuits with other project managers and market leaders.
• Contributing to project pursuit efforts by participating in interviews for specific projects that have a heavy need for environmental planning.
• Preparing permits related to the Clean Water Act Sections 10/404 (Corps) and 401 Water Quality Certifications and USFWS Section 7 Consultation.
• Reviewing field and office wetland delineations and reviewing jurisdictional determinations by agencies.
• Participating in transportation team, management, and company staff meetings and seminars when appropriate.
• Assisting with the development of budgets for planning work.
• Responsible for hiring and recruiting other environmental staff as needed and approved by the Sector Leader.
• Effective communication skills with the public will be required in settings such as public meetings, informational meetings, construction notifications, etc.
• Initiating independent thinking and making rational judgment calls.
• Understanding and following company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
• Performing responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail.
• Being able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Participating in professional organizations and community leadership programs.
• Travel and out of town stays may be required; may work overtime especially during deadlines for submittals.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A Bachelor’s degree in planning, natural resource management, environmental science, biological science, ecology or related field.
• 5+ years of environmental planning and permitting experience requiring knowledge with NEPA document preparation and environmental permitting.
• Experience with transportation projects and public agencies located in North Dakota and Minnesota is preferred.
• Specialized experience authoring Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements is preferred.
• Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Detail oriented, self‑motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• A valid driver’s license is required or the ability to obtain one.

• Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions.
• Occasionally working in an outdoor environment.
• Lifting and moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Must work scheduled hours in the office or onsite for projects.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performance-based bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing contribution
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Paid time off
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee wellness program

Base Salary Pay Range: $90k - $130k (Actual base pay is dependent on several factors, including experience, education, licensure, job location, and internal equity.)

EOE/AA