Assistant Project Environmental Planner- ESA

About the opportunity

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a new Assistant Project-Level Environmental Planner. We offer remote, hybrid, and in-office work options. As a valuable member of the team, you will support our growing group of scientists and partner directly with senior Environmental Professionals to prepare Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) reports in support of utility-scale renewable energy projects nationwide.

Responsibilities will include writing ASTM-standard Phase I ESAs, collecting data, conducting landowner interviews, providing guidance to field staff, and preparing report figures. Fieldwork is limited and may include site assessments and data collection for local sites. In this position, you will be trained to actively support projects and clients from site planning to post-construction. Responsibilities will include assisting with data interpretation and tabulations, as well as scientific report writing (ASTM Phase I Environmental Site Assessments). These projects occur concurrently with biological and cultural resources investigations and you will interact with those teams as well. This position is an hourly, full-time, benefits-eligible position.  

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing, 1,850+ staff, 100% employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental services nationwide.  Our Vision (the North Star) is to make SWCA the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership. We live our core values: we collaborate as #OneSWCA; we are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle, and we #GiveBack. 

Purpose: Our company purpose is to preserve natural and cultural resources for tomorrow while enabling projects that benefit people today. You are invited to be a part of our success story. 

Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission. 

What you will accomplish

• Prepare ASTM Phase I ESAs under the guidance of a senior Environmental Professional
• Collaborate with SWCA’s biologists, cultural resources teams, NEPA planners, and other specialists.   
• Conduct fieldwork for local projects.   
• Perform assignments under the guidance of an Environmental Professional or Project Manager.  
• Attend meetings with regional and national clients to discuss projects and project findings. 
• Assist with field data QA/QC. 
• Assist with proposals, budgets, project planning, and project implementation. 
• Assist with certain project management tasks. 

Experience and qualifications for success

Minimum qualifications:

• • A bachelor’s degree in an environmental related field 
  • At least two years of experience authoring/leading ASTM-standard Phase I ESAs 
  • Strong technical writing skills and attention to detail
  • Experience in environmental consulting or a related field 
  • Proficient in MS Office products 
  • Valid driver’s license, good driving record and your own transportation 
  • Ability to be flexible, travel, and work outside in most weather conditions 
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at a time while meeting deadlines 
  • Ability to interpret and record data, conduct analyses, compare findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance. 

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms.  

If you need assistance accessing SWCA’s website, completing the online application, or require accommodations at any point during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@swca.com or call 1-480-581-5378. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and supportive experience for all candidates. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests; other inquiries will not receive a response.   

SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees.  In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency. 

This position allows remote, hybrid, and in-office work options; proximity to an SWCA office is preferred. An employee in this Arizona-based position can expect an hourly rate of $26.00 - $33.00. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements, where applicable, and other factors permitted by law.  Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA’s Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive benefits package (https://www.swca.com/careers/benefits-wellness/), forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more. 

 EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.  At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success 

SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers. 

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