Senior Environmental Scientist

Moore Engineering Inc. is currently seeking a mid-level to senior Environmental Scientist to strengthen our Environmental Group by developing, leading, and managing environmental permitting strategies within the upper Midwest region. The role supports our business sectors in water and natural resources, energy, transportation, and both public and private infrastructure development. We encourage experienced professionals to apply and contribute leadership in permitting strategies for diverse projects throughout the region.

The selected candidate will oversee various projects in water resources, transportation, and municipal services, working collaboratively with engineering teams and clients to ensure regulatory compliance and provide expert guidance. Key responsibilities include spearheading permitting initiatives, preparing detailed permit applications, tracking relevant policy developments, acting as a liaison with regulatory agencies and subcontractors, mentoring junior staff, and assisting with business development activities.

Qualified individuals must hold a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or a related planning field, possess at least ten years of consulting experience, demonstrate extensive knowledge of Minnesota, North Dakota, and federal environmental regulations, and exhibit strong independent analytical and problem‑solving skills. Preference will be given to candidates with a master’s degree, significant NEPA experience, and advanced GIS capabilities.

As a 100% employee‑owned company, we all share responsibility for making Moore Engineering a rewarding workplace while providing critical engineering services to communities around the region. At Moore Engineering, we care about each other, our clients, and the communities we serve. It’s this collective passion that drives excellence in everything we do.

The Senior Environmental Scientist manages a variety of projects in the Environmental Group related to water resources, transportation, and other environmental and municipal services. This role will partner with engineering service groups and clients on permitting, regulatory compliance, environmental review, grant writing, and administration, and other natural‑resource/environmental activities, as needed.

• Lead environmental permitting strategies for civil engineering projects under state and federal regulatory agencies in the upper Midwest
• Guide the project team in permitting strategies and technical detail required for successful local, state and federal level regulatory programs for company business sectors (water, energy and natural resources, transportation and public/private infrastructure)
• Prepare siting and permit applications for federal, state and local authorities
• Monitor regulatory policy updates associated with state policy in MN, ND as well as federal regulations with NEPA compliance
• Act as owner’s liaison with subcontractors and agencies to resolve project issues.
• Serve as environmental subject matter expert for teams and stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor junior team members in daily operations.
• Oversee QAQC for environmental documentation and mentor junior staff.
• Support proposal and business development initiatives with technical expertise.
• Coordinate with agencies and stakeholders to secure project approvals and document outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Environmental Group’s objectives and the overall success of Moore Engineering Inc.

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences/Studies or similar field
• 10 years’ of consulting experience
• Demonstrate professional judgment, consistency, strong attention to detail, and background of high‑quality work products
• Extensive knowledge of Minnesota, North Dakota and Federal environmental regulations
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Demonstrate performance of independent analysis, problem solving and strong organizational skills
• Experience in successfully advocating and/or negotiating with regulatory agencies and third parties in favor of client positions
• Occasional out of state travel…