Environmental and Regulatory Specialist - KCH FT
Aventia, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
We are seeking a mid-level
Environmental and Regulatory Specialist
to support our Salt Lake City office and continued growth throughout the
Great Basin and Colorado Plateau
regions. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside world-class experts on complex and impactful environmental projects, primarily within the
mining, energy, and state and federal planning sectors .
The successful candidate will be based full-time in our
Salt Lake City office
and will receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. We are looking for a motivated professional who is eager to learn, contribute to meaningful solutions, and support our clients’ most challenging environmental and regulatory needs while helping advance our growth objectives.
This position requires a strong working knowledge of environmental regulatory processes and compliance; environmental data management, including field data collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting; project logistics planning; and the development and implementation of project work plans. The role will also involve contributing innovative approaches to projects related to planning, permitting, operations, and closure/reclamation.
Initially, the successful candidate will serve in a
project assistant
capacity, with the opportunity to grow into an
Assistant Project Manager and technical specialist
role. In this position, you will support management with the pursuit, planning, and execution of business development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Support field planning and fieldwork for geological, hydrological, and biological studies
Manage environmental data collection and maintain resource data management systems
Assist with the execution of federal, state, and local permitting and planning projects
Prepare, analyze, and interpret technical data to support permit applications
Coordinate project requirements related to federal and state regulations governing mining, oil and gas, transmission, generation, water resources, and land development throughout the Western U.S.
Develop project scopes of work and assist with managing project budgets and schedules
Collaborate with senior leadership on marketing and business development efforts
Support expansion of services with new and existing clients, including preparation of technical proposals
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience, preferably in consulting, mining, and/or energy sectors
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Working knowledge of GIS and database management systems; CAD experience is a plus
Experience interpreting maps and using GPS for field data collection
Strong problem-solving abilities and emotional intelligence
Business development experience or interest in supporting client development efforts; a “seller/doer” mindset
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Ability to perform in fast-paced, demanding office and field environments
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills
Key Performance Requirements
Maintain annual target utilization @ 85%.
Physical Requirements
Work Environment & Travel
Clean driving record
Willingness to accommodate routine travel, extended field assignments, and evolving project demands
Hybrid or office-based work environment, with travel to project sites and client locations as needed (approx. 25-30%).
What You Will Get
This is a full-time, salaried role with compensation commensurate with your experience and expertise. We offer a robust and competitive benefits package that includes a
401(k) with company match , comprehensive
medical, dental, vision coverages as well as
short and long-term disabilities, life insurance and flex spending account options .
You’ll also benefit from a generous paid time off program that includes nine paid holidays annually, vacation time, and wellness leave, along with strong support for continuing education and professional development.
Beyond the role itself, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career in a location that offers
world-class fishing, skiing, and year-round outdoor recreation —providing the perfect balance between meaningful work and an exceptional quality of life.
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Environmental and Regulatory Specialist
to support our Salt Lake City office and continued growth throughout the
Great Basin and Colorado Plateau
regions. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside world-class experts on complex and impactful environmental projects, primarily within the
mining, energy, and state and federal planning sectors .
The successful candidate will be based full-time in our
Salt Lake City office
and will receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. We are looking for a motivated professional who is eager to learn, contribute to meaningful solutions, and support our clients’ most challenging environmental and regulatory needs while helping advance our growth objectives.
This position requires a strong working knowledge of environmental regulatory processes and compliance; environmental data management, including field data collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting; project logistics planning; and the development and implementation of project work plans. The role will also involve contributing innovative approaches to projects related to planning, permitting, operations, and closure/reclamation.
Initially, the successful candidate will serve in a
project assistant
capacity, with the opportunity to grow into an
Assistant Project Manager and technical specialist
role. In this position, you will support management with the pursuit, planning, and execution of business development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Support field planning and fieldwork for geological, hydrological, and biological studies
Manage environmental data collection and maintain resource data management systems
Assist with the execution of federal, state, and local permitting and planning projects
Prepare, analyze, and interpret technical data to support permit applications
Coordinate project requirements related to federal and state regulations governing mining, oil and gas, transmission, generation, water resources, and land development throughout the Western U.S.
Develop project scopes of work and assist with managing project budgets and schedules
Collaborate with senior leadership on marketing and business development efforts
Support expansion of services with new and existing clients, including preparation of technical proposals
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience, preferably in consulting, mining, and/or energy sectors
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Working knowledge of GIS and database management systems; CAD experience is a plus
Experience interpreting maps and using GPS for field data collection
Strong problem-solving abilities and emotional intelligence
Business development experience or interest in supporting client development efforts; a “seller/doer” mindset
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Ability to perform in fast-paced, demanding office and field environments
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills
Key Performance Requirements
Maintain annual target utilization @ 85%.
Physical Requirements
Work Environment & Travel
Clean driving record
Willingness to accommodate routine travel, extended field assignments, and evolving project demands
Hybrid or office-based work environment, with travel to project sites and client locations as needed (approx. 25-30%).
What You Will Get
This is a full-time, salaried role with compensation commensurate with your experience and expertise. We offer a robust and competitive benefits package that includes a
401(k) with company match , comprehensive
medical, dental, vision coverages as well as
short and long-term disabilities, life insurance and flex spending account options .
You’ll also benefit from a generous paid time off program that includes nine paid holidays annually, vacation time, and wellness leave, along with strong support for continuing education and professional development.
Beyond the role itself, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career in a location that offers
world-class fishing, skiing, and year-round outdoor recreation —providing the perfect balance between meaningful work and an exceptional quality of life.
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