Environmental Consultant – Senior Level – Environmental Review Focus (Hybrid)

The role – what you’ll do 

Barr is looking to add a senior environmental consultant to our Salt Lake City team in a leadership role to help grow the environmental services practice and serve our Intermountain West clients in the fuels, power, and mining sectors.

In addition to providing project management and technical leadership for environmental review and permitting projects, this person will help support building our business with these clients. An ideal candidate will also have a proven track record in consulting, providing expert advice, and delivering solutions to clients.

A successful person in this role is intrinsically motivated and emphasizes client service as well as team collaboration and development. They enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, applying their project management expertise and technical skills to a variety of projects. They are flexible in working with their project teams and are willing to occasionally modify schedules to meet project deadlines and/or client needs. This person is also relationship-focused, as the role involves serving both internal and external clients.

Your impact – key responsibilities

• Environmental technical expertise: managing and/or performing environmental surveys and assessments (wetland delineations, inventories, and functional assessments; threatened and endangered species; baseline ecological).
• Project management: leading and supporting multidisciplinary project teams in developing state- and federal-level environmental review documents and permit applications.
• Staff development: coaching, mentoring, and providing development opportunities for other staff and team members.
• Client service: working with clients to identify, scope, and manage environmental review, permitting, and compliance projects, as well as to provide technical advice and support regarding regulatory strategies. Leading and contributing to business development efforts, including identifying opportunities, developing and nurturing client relationships, and shaping scopes, proposals, and budgets. 
• Agency relationships: consulting and negotiating with federal, state, tribal, and local regulatory officials and agencies.
• Public involvement: supporting community involvement and public outreach as necessary.

About the opportunity

• Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Salt Lake City, Utah, office. Note: Although this position is considered hybrid, we expect this position to be in the office two to three times per week for in-person collaboration.
• Travel expectation: up to 5–20% of your time, may vary based on project and client needs
• Work environment: some work locations may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and may also require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Safety training will be provided.

About you – required core competencies

• Education: bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental policy, natural resources management, biology, ecology, environmental engineering, or a related scientific field
• Experience: 10 or more years of experience directly related to environmental review and permitting projects
  • Recent consulting experience (within the last 5 years)
  • Field data collection and analysis and familiarity with the ecological systems in the Intermountain West
  • Experience or familiarity with the following regulatory programs and permitting requirements: water appropriations, wetlands (CWA 404), National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (CWA 402), threatened and endangered species (Section 7) compliance
  • Knowledge of and experience with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and interrelated federal and state regulations and processes
  • Knowledge of and familiarity with federal and state regulatory agency staff, resource managers, and other government officials in the Utah region
• Project management: ability to lead and work with multidisciplinary teams to fulfill commitments on schedule and within budget and to provide professional services that exceed client expectations and requirements
  • Ability to organize and direct field crews and task teams effectively with minimal direct supervision
  • Ability to communicate effectively to prepare and support the review of technical reports and other deliverables
  • Experience in training and mentoring staff
• Travel: ability and willingness to travel as needed to complete job duties
• Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future

Helpful additional experience (not required)

• Experience working directly with federal agencies in Utah and surrounding geographies
• Experience working as a third-party contractor on federal Environmental Assessments and/or Environmental Impact Statements

Compensation: Anticipated range of $115,000 to $140,000 annually. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified as exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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Benefits - what we offer

We are committed to providing an employee experience that attracts and retains top talent. That's why we offer a competitive package of employee benefits - including some unique offerings not found at other companies. At Barr, we also believe that learning doesn't stop when you get your degree, which is why we provide coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities to foster professional development at every stage of your career.

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care

• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock

• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders

• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities

• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave

• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

Please note that benefits eligibility is determined and may change based on part-time, reduced-time, or full-time status.

About us - why choose Barr

At Barr, you'll join a community of engineers, scientists, and professionals who will help you achieve your ambitions and build a meaningful, rewarding career. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients who value Barr's tailored solutions and commitment to exceptional service.

As part of our employee-owned firm, you'll contribute to a culture of commitment and camaraderie where staff can thrive as professionals. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and believe an inclusive workplace is critical to our success.

To learn more about Barr's culture and values, visit: https://www.barr.com/Careers/Our-culture

Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.