Project Coordinator II - Environmental - LJA Engineering : Job Details

Title: Project Coordinator II Division: Environmental LJA recognizes that our success depends on the quality of the people we hire. We are currently seeking highly talented individuals that take pride in their work, function exceptionally well in team environments, and contribute to the overall success of the company. As a 100% employee-owned company, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 50 office locations, LJA is growing and ready for talented people to help us build our futureSummary: Support the LJA Environmental Sector on all environmental services including but not limited to Phase I ESAs, Water of the U.S Assessments, and NEPA documents. Individual is responsible for the preparation of technical reports and conducting field assessments. Position is intended to be a support role to provide PMs necessary technical resources required for project development and completion. The position is also intended to provide the professional growth of the individual to a Project Coordinator III, Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager.General Responsibilities:

• Lead multiple field teams to complete a variety of field tasks including wetland delineations, threatened and endangered species studies, habitat assessments, etc.
• Understanding of complex soil conditions and habitat conditions.
• Organize and schedule field teams as needed to meet project schedule.
• Coordinate with subconsultants and landowners for site access.
• Ability to perform a variety of field tasks including assisting with wetland delineations, threatened and endangered species studies, habitat assessments, etc. with limited supervision.
• Organize and schedule field teams as needed.
• Communicate with clients about project status and schedule.
• Draft wetland delineation reports, threatened and endangered species reports, habitat assessment reports, etc.
• Perform GIS services such as exhibit preparation, wetland delineation maps, etc.
• Knowledge of the local regulatory requirements and understanding of requirements from state and local regulators; Georgia Environmental Protection Division (GA EPD), Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC), South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), etc.
• Knowledge of environmental federal regulatory process and procedures of various agencies; U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), etc.
• Attend meetings with clients and upper management.
• Proficient in performing tasks required for projects under Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), etc.
• Excellent writing, communication, and client engagement skills, as well as budget management.
• Must possess the ability to conduct all field and technical reporting without direct supervision and with minimal errors.
• Proven capability to meet schedules and budgets.
• Proven ability to work with peers and manage a team effort to meet the field assessment schedule of large/medium projects.
• Limited client contact required for the position of Project Coordinator II. Promotion to Project Coordinator III, Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager requires client relationship development and skills.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to build strong relationships.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree

Required Experience:

• 3+ years of experience

Certifications:

• Certified Natural Resources Professional (CNRP), Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), Certified Arborist (CA), Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS), Certified Environmental Professional (CEP), Registered Environmental Manager (REM), Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) or seeking to obtain certification(s).

Physical Requirements:

• Sit for extended periods of time working on computer
• Driving to and from various project locations
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Position requires approximately 50% of time in the field, applicant must be able to work in all weather conditions

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)