Utility Permitting Specialist

LaBella is currently seeking a Utility Permitting Specialist for our Environmental Division in our Utility Program Management Department. This Permitting Specialist would ideally become an embedded LaBella employee within Central Maine Power’s (CMP) permitting group and become proficient managing a portfolio of CMP’s permitting efforts. The proper candidate should be self-sufficient, have experience managing and proposing projects, working directly with clients, maintaining client relationships, and be comfortable managing/mentoring junior staff. This position creates an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to establish themselves within a growing and stable company while working within a corporate culture that encourages professional growth in a positive environment.

If you have any of the skills below and you are looking for a place to be empowered and supported, we are interested in talking to you! We are seeking talent in multiple areas and are excited to hear what you could bring to our team of highly skilled and fun professionals. We specialize in realizing employee’s strengths and aligning them with work they will value

Hybrid (home/office) work schedules are available for this position. The hybrid schedule generally would require three (3) days in the field or client’s office with two (2) days remote.

Responsibilities:

• Manage environmental permitting efforts on large and small-scale utility projects.

• Work with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies throughout the permitting process.

• Maintain status with each project and report effectively to the project team in a timely manner.

• Review environmental regulatory correspondence, subcontractor reports and permit applications.

• Conduct and review stream/wetland delineation(s) following the USACE guidance.

• Conduct Vernal Pool Surveys in accordance with Maine NRPA guidelines.

• Maintain, manage, and expand client relationships across our footprint.

• Identify and pursue project opportunities.

• Prepare proposals and project budgets.

• Manage and mentor junior level staff.

Requirements

• Minimum BS in Environmental, Ecology, Biology or related science.

• 2 to 5 years of experience in delineation, permitting, jurisdictional determinations, etc. of freshwater wetlands and streams. Other relatable experience will be considered.

• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations as it related to wetlands, stream and protected species.

• Familiarity with Maine Erosion and Sediment Control, Best Management Practices.

• Ability to review, edit, and provide QA/QC for deliverables.

• Experience cost estimating and proposing projects.

• Must be self-sufficient and self-motivated.

• Some travel within New England required.

• Must be comfortable being a firm representative (i.e. maintain, pursue, and establish client business relationships)

• Salary commensurate with experience.

• Fast-paced environmental consulting/engineering practice.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000
The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.