Environmental Scientist - NEPA Planner 2
Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.
We are seeking an Environmental Scientist - NEPA Planner 2 to join our NEPA/Development and Environmental Compliance Group (NDEC Scientist 2) in our Duluth, GA office! Come join us! Apply directly on the Atlas Career Site at www.oneatlas.com - NEPA Planner 2 #24-514
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Perform environmental planning for Georgia Department of Transportation projects
- Prepare NEPA documents (Programmatic Categorical Exclusions, Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, and Finding of No Significant Impact)
- Lead coordination within an interdisciplinary NEPA team comprised of Historians, Archaeologists, Ecologists, and Air/Noise Analysts
- Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules for transportation projects
- Read and comprehend transportation construction plans
- Anticipate and mitigate risks to Georgia DOT projects
- Prepare materials for public involvement meetings and draft letters responding to public comments
- Understand and apply applicable various Memoranda of Understanding to Georgia DOT projects
- Conduct research for land use planning and Environmental Justice populations impacts for NEPA documents
- Prepare Georgia DOT TPro and Primavera P6 updates, Georgia DOT progress reports, and monthly coordination meeting minutes
- Assist with various business development activities, including preparation of technical and fee proposals for local, state, and federal aid projects
- Coordinate with internal and external project stakeholders, including project/program managers, roadway/structural/traffic engineers, regulatory agencies, local governments, etc.
LocationAtlas-Duluth, GA
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Planning, Environmental Sciences, or closely related field.
- 3+ years of professional experience, including planning-level analysis and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, including overnight trips.
- Experience with Georgia Department of Transportation is a plus but not required
Technical Requirements:
- Knowledge and understanding of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Georgia Environmental Policy Act (GEPA)
- Proficiency with Adobe, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Suite, and AutoCad/Civil3D
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills required for coordination with the Project Management team
- Must have a valid drivers license
Other miscellaneous qualities:
- Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro/ESRI Field Maps preferred
- Occasional out-of-state travel may be required
- Hybrid work schedule
Benefits:
Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.
Who We Are:
We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.
Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.
With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.
Our Values:
Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.
Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are at the core of our purpose & values:
We are committed to enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, shareholders, and the communities where we live and work. We believe in our heart-led approach and place a strong focus on conducting our business in an ethical, compassionate, and respectful way. Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Program, we seek to hire, develop, and promote a talented and diverse team of professionals nationwide. We believe in leveraging the power of our different backgrounds, beliefs, perspectives and capabilities to create value for our company and our communities. Our values of Life, Heart, Mastery and Trust are the principles by which we operate, the character of our people, and the culture of our organization. We’re Stronger Together.
Atlas EEOC Statement
Atlas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work setting:
Experience:
- National Environmental Policy Act: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Duluth, GA 30096 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Duluth, GA 30096: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Duluth, GA 30096