**Description** Burns & McDonnell's office in Denver, CO, is actively seeking a Senior Environmental Planner to support, manage, and develop business for environmental surveys, NEPA analysis, land use and permitting services. Burns & McDonnell is a 100% employee-owned firm ranked numerous times on FORTUNE’s List of 100 Best Companies to Work For and voted as a Best Place to Work in cities across the United States. This position provides the opportunity to challenge and grow yourself professionally within one of the industry’s leading firms. Be on a team that solves our client’s issues and problems for environmental and engineering practices in the planning, permitting, design, and remediation service space. The candidate should have an established and successful history managing and leading tasks for both small and large-scale projects including but not limited to assisting with developing proposals and cost estimates, executing project tasks, and assisting with developing strategic plans. The Planner will support and manage the execution of environmental and land use projects, be a subject matter expert, and be a technical lead/author on Environmental and Land Use Planning. Areas to be covered include NEPA, resource impact assessment, and land use permitting. This includes managing permitting applications and analyzing environmental and land use data supporting the development of land use and environmental documents and studies for NEPA compliance for various types of projects, including high-voltage transmission line routing, renewables, power generation construction activities and upstream and midstream Oil and Gas. The Environmental Planner will work within our Environmental Services (ENS) Global Practice to perform the following duties: + Project management, team leadership, management & mentoring of junior staff; + Preparing studies, evaluations, NEPA and state documentation for all types and sizes of environmental and land use projects; + Ability to work independently and demonstrate a high level of competence in the area of technical report writing related to NEPA compliance as well as other types of technical reports and regulatory (Federal, State, local) land use permitting documents; + Experience with environmental compliance, permitting, and agency consultations; + Working with clients, resource agencies, environmental and technical staff to prepare environmental and land use documents and related technical studies + Developing, cultivating, and strengthening relationships with clients; + Assist with developing business for the Denver ENS Global Practice; and + Other duties as assigned. Qualified candidates will have experience in the following areas and with the following agencies: + National Environmental Policy Act + State and Local Environmental and Land Use Permitting + U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and CWA Section 404 permitting + U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and ESA compliance + U.S.F.S special use permitting and forest management plans + BLM right-of-way grants and resource management plans + BOR use authorizations **Qualifications** + B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science, Planning or Natural and/or Cultural Resources Management or related field from an accredited university. + Minimum 8 years related consulting experience in a wide variety of areas ranging from leading and managing technical teams, project management and business development, and must also be able to effectively balance their direct and indirect utilization rates. + Specific experience in electric transmission, oil & gas, renewables, and other similar markets is preferred. + Experience with the resources and regulatory agencies in the western U.S is a requirement. + Local and regional knowledge and relationships with existing clients is preferred. + Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are required to develop and maintain relationships. + Solid time management and follow-through skills, with the ability to simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Proficient with GIS and excellent writing skills. + Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office suite. + Strong experience working with both private and public-sector clients. + Business development in both sectors is preferred. **Compensation** $120,000.00-170,000.00 Annually The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program. **Benefits** Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. Burns & McDonnell’s PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, as part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans **Job** Environmental **Primary Location** US-CO-Denver **Schedule:** Full-time **Travel:** Yes, 10 % of the Time **Req ID:** 243389 **Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-DNI #ENS