Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
Fluor Corp, Sacramento, CA, United States
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Job Description
Fluor is seeking candidates for opportunities within our Program Delivery Support (PDS) team, working alongside the California High‑Speed Rail Authority to provide program delivery and program management services for one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S.
The system will connect the 500‑mile stretch between the Los Agules region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations. The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California’s Central Valley.
Under the general direction of the Program Delivery Support (PDS) Assistant Manager and California High‑Speed Rail Authority Director of Environmental Services, the Senior Permitting Specialist oversees and manages regulatory permitting and environmental compliance for the Authority’s projects in the Central Valley.
The Senior Permitting Specialist manages regulatory permitting under a variety of federal and state environmental laws of one or more construction packages across 171 miles in the Central Valley. From design and permit application to project implementation and construction compliance, the Senior Permitting Specialist manages the delivery of permit and permit amendment applications according to the Authority’s standards, supervises the preparation and submittal of compliance documentation to Authority leadership and regulatory agencies, and interfaces with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
Job Duties
Provides management and oversight in the preparation of state and federal permit applications, review and analysis of NEPA and CEQA documents, compensatory mitigation procurement, and construction‑phase environmental compliance in the Central Valley
Supports the Authority in the strategic development, preparation, and acquisition of regulatory permits and approvals, and amendments thereto, under sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 7 of the federal Endangered Species Act, Section 2081 of the California Endangered Species Act, and Section 1600 of the California Fish and Game Code, among others
Reviews compliance documentation and reports
Supports the Authority’s procurement of compensatory mitigation by evaluating compensatory mitigation requirements, analyzing market availability, preparing procurement documents, and managing mitigation contracts
Assists with construction‑phase compliance including responding to potential non‑compliance events, regulatory agency inquiries and requests, and reporting
Retrieves data and prepares reporting using the Authority’s proprietary database management application
Basic Job Requirements
Accredited four (4) year degree in biology, environmental science or global equivalent in applicable field of study and ten (10) years of work‑related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to fourteen (14) years if non‑degreed
Other Job Requirements
Experience with progressively greater responsibility in the field of regulatory permitting and environmental and permitting compliance in California
Experience with major environmental laws including CEQA, NEPA, Clean Water Act, state and federal endangered species acts, Porter‑Cologne, and lake/streambed alteration agreements
Experience working on large, complex programs and projects
Exceptional analytical, verbal, and writing skills
Able to demonstrate a high level of organizational ability
Capable of pivoting and reprioritizing to meet changing program needs and deadlines
Able to work independently
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or a related field
Experience with large‑scale compensatory mitigation planning and procurement
Experience implementing wildlife connectivity projects
Experience in construction compliance tracking, documentation, and reporting
Experience with design‑build contracting and construction processes
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement
Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement
The market rate for the role is typically at the mid‑point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates
Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to) role dependent education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To Be Considered Candidates
Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range
$125,000.00 - $224,000.00
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Job Description
Fluor is seeking candidates for opportunities within our Program Delivery Support (PDS) team, working alongside the California High‑Speed Rail Authority to provide program delivery and program management services for one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S.
The system will connect the 500‑mile stretch between the Los Agules region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations. The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California’s Central Valley.
Under the general direction of the Program Delivery Support (PDS) Assistant Manager and California High‑Speed Rail Authority Director of Environmental Services, the Senior Permitting Specialist oversees and manages regulatory permitting and environmental compliance for the Authority’s projects in the Central Valley.
The Senior Permitting Specialist manages regulatory permitting under a variety of federal and state environmental laws of one or more construction packages across 171 miles in the Central Valley. From design and permit application to project implementation and construction compliance, the Senior Permitting Specialist manages the delivery of permit and permit amendment applications according to the Authority’s standards, supervises the preparation and submittal of compliance documentation to Authority leadership and regulatory agencies, and interfaces with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
Job Duties
Provides management and oversight in the preparation of state and federal permit applications, review and analysis of NEPA and CEQA documents, compensatory mitigation procurement, and construction‑phase environmental compliance in the Central Valley
Supports the Authority in the strategic development, preparation, and acquisition of regulatory permits and approvals, and amendments thereto, under sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 7 of the federal Endangered Species Act, Section 2081 of the California Endangered Species Act, and Section 1600 of the California Fish and Game Code, among others
Reviews compliance documentation and reports
Supports the Authority’s procurement of compensatory mitigation by evaluating compensatory mitigation requirements, analyzing market availability, preparing procurement documents, and managing mitigation contracts
Assists with construction‑phase compliance including responding to potential non‑compliance events, regulatory agency inquiries and requests, and reporting
Retrieves data and prepares reporting using the Authority’s proprietary database management application
Basic Job Requirements
Accredited four (4) year degree in biology, environmental science or global equivalent in applicable field of study and ten (10) years of work‑related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to fourteen (14) years if non‑degreed
Other Job Requirements
Experience with progressively greater responsibility in the field of regulatory permitting and environmental and permitting compliance in California
Experience with major environmental laws including CEQA, NEPA, Clean Water Act, state and federal endangered species acts, Porter‑Cologne, and lake/streambed alteration agreements
Experience working on large, complex programs and projects
Exceptional analytical, verbal, and writing skills
Able to demonstrate a high level of organizational ability
Capable of pivoting and reprioritizing to meet changing program needs and deadlines
Able to work independently
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or a related field
Experience with large‑scale compensatory mitigation planning and procurement
Experience implementing wildlife connectivity projects
Experience in construction compliance tracking, documentation, and reporting
Experience with design‑build contracting and construction processes
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement
Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement
The market rate for the role is typically at the mid‑point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates
Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to) role dependent education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To Be Considered Candidates
Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range
$125,000.00 - $224,000.00
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