Senior Natural Resources – Permitting Specialist

Trilon Group

Senior Natural Resources & Permitting Specialist leading and managing environmental permitting efforts. Focused on Connecticut regulatory programs and supporting multidisciplinary teams with critical infrastructure and restoration projects.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental permitting processes, particularly within Connecticut, and possesses strong project management skills to oversee multiple concurrent permitting efforts while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

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Environmental PermittingProject ManagementConnecticut Regulatory FrameworksProfessional Wetland Scientist CertificationEcological Restoration Projects

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Hard Skills

Environmental Permit ApplicationsWetland DelineationNatural Resource EvaluationRegulatory CompliancePermit Submission ManagementField StudiesRisk AssessmentBudget ManagementSchedulingErosion Control Permits

Soft Skills

Coordination SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoringTeam CollaborationStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeArcGISProject Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Wetland ScientistProfessional Soil Scientist

Industry Keywords

Environmental ScienceNatural ResourcesEcologyUSACE RegulationsCZMA Consistency ReviewCTDEEP PermitsFloodplain PermitsCoastal ReviewsFEMA RegulationsMunicipal Zoning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage preparation and review of environmental permit applications, with emphasis on Connecticut environmental permitting
Prepare and manage applications and reviews including: USACE Sections 404 / 10 / 408, CZMA consistency review, CTDEEP tidal and inland wetlands permits, Certificates of Permission, Section 401 Water Quality Certifications, Floodplain and water diversion permits, Coastal and FEMA-related reviews, Municipal wetlands, zoning, stormwater, and erosion control permits
Coordinate with regulatory agencies, municipalities, and stakeholders to support timely approvals
Manage project budgets, schedules, and permitting strategies across multiple concurrent projects
Oversee and coordinate wetland delineations, natural resource evaluations, and field studies supporting permit submissions
Advise internal teams and clients on permitting risk, strategy, and regulatory pathways
Monitor regulatory updates and adjust permitting approaches accordingly
Mentor and train early-career staff in wetland delineation, environmental permitting, and project management practices
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and environmental teams on infrastructure and restoration projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Ecology, or related discipline
8+ years of experience in environmental permitting, including project management responsibility
Demonstrated experience managing permit submissions under local, state, and federal environmental regulations
Strong working knowledge of Connecticut environmental regulatory frameworks
Professional certification such as Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or Professional Soil Scientist strongly preferred
Experience with projects such as: Ecological restoration, Infrastructure repair and replacement (bridges, culverts, dams), Redevelopment projects
Proven ability to manage multiple permitting efforts simultaneously
Strong coordination and communication skills with agencies and multidisciplinary teams
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ArcGIS and project management software are a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.