Environmental Lead
About this role
Kimley-Horn is hiring a Environmental Lead, full-time, on-site in Fort Worth, TX, in the INFRASTRUCTURE sector.
Overview
Kimley-Horn's Fort Worth office is seeking a Environmental Planner to join our Power Delivery team!
Responsibilities
Prepare Environmental Quality Act documents, environmental impact reports, and negative and mitigated negative declarations
Secures permits, ensures compliance and manages ecological risks for transmission lines and substations.
Conducts route analysis for new transmission lines and selecting sites for substations to minimize environmental impact.
Perform a variety of tasks, supporting various project managers and collaborating with team members.
Environmental clearance associated with local comprehensive plans/local land use planning
Develops EMPs (Environmental Management Plans) to manage land disruption, noise, erosion, and vegetation management during construction.
Qualifications
Degree (Bachelors or Masters) in Environmentlal Planning (or other degree applicable to the planning field)
10+ years of experience conducting environmental studies for local agencies and private entities
Experience with a wide range of tasks related to environmental planning
Understanding of the agencies involved with the Environmental Quality Act process as well as the state's Land Planning Law
Experience with NEPA compliance is a plus
Strong writing/verbal skills
Working knowledge of GIS/ArcView
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
Positive attitude and a strong work ethic
Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
Ability to work independently and as a team
Why Kimley-Horn?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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About Kimley-Horn
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