Natural Resource Permitting Coordinator OH

Natural Resource Permitting Coordinator

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000

Location: Columbus, OH

Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday. Hybrid Schedule

Placement Type: Direct Hire

About the Company

This is a nationally certified EHS and sustainability consulting firm. Their clients range from top U.S. power companies and global automakers to major energy providers and municipal governments. The firm is known for its deep technical expertise, long-standing client relationships, and a collaborative team culture that values quality work and professional growth.

What You Will Be Doing

Coordinate and manage natural resource permitting processes for environmental and construction projects across OH

Prepare, submit, and track permit applications for wetlands, waterways, endangered species, and other natural resource areas

Work directly with state and federal regulatory agencies to move permits through to approval

Conduct environmental site assessments and field investigations related to natural resource impacts

Review project plans and identify permitting requirements early in the project lifecycle

Monitor compliance with permit conditions during and after construction

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to keep projects on schedule and in compliance

Prepare technical reports, correspondence, and regulatory documentation

Stay current on changes to Ohio environmental regulations and natural resource policies

What We Are Looking For

Required:

3+ years of experience in natural resource permitting, environmental consulting, or a closely related field

Hands-on experience with Indiana state permitting processes and regulatory agencies

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Biology, Ecology, or a related discipline

Solid understanding of Clean Water Act Section 404, ESA, and state-level natural resource regulations

Strong written and verbal communication skills for agency coordination and technical documentation

Ability to conduct field work, including site visits and environmental assessments

Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the region as projects require

Preferred:

Experience working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and state environmental agencies in OH

Familiarity with wetland delineation, threatened and endangered species surveys, or ecological assessments

Professional certifications such as PWS, CWB, or similar credentials

Experience supporting utility, pipeline, or solar construction permitting projects

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family

15 days PTO from day one, plus 12 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

$80,000 life insurance and disability coverage at no cost to you

Mental health stipend for you and your family

401(k) with employer match

Tuition assistance and full support for professional certifications