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Trilon

Senior Natural Resources & Permitting Specialist

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What they do

An Environmental Planner or Scientist uses training and background in natural sciences to study the environment and threats to the environment. Investigates environmental problems and advises on solutions. May focus on potential environmental health risks to people, such as unsafe drinking water, or on protecting the environment and ecosystems from human activity such as development and industrial pollution.

$89,125 / year median in Connecticut

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

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$125k

Per Year Senior Natural Resources & Permitting Specialist

Trilon

Occupation:

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Location:

Hartford, CT - 06114

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

08/28/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

Trilon Group

Web Site:

www.trilongroup.com

Onsite /

Remote:

Work at home all of the time

Job #: jo_2015374656

Job Requirements and Properties

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Full Time Education

Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Ecology, or related discipline Schedule

Full Time

Job Description

Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That's what it takes to work at Fuss & O'Neill - because that's what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we've prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you've found your future. We are seeking an experienced Senior Natural Resources & Permitting Specialist to lead and manage environmental permitting efforts with a strong focus on Connecticut regulatory programs and approvals. This role is ideal for a senior-level environmental professional who brings deep permitting expertise, agency coordination experience, and strong project management skills across infrastructure, restoration, and redevelopment projects. The selected candidate will serve as a key permitting lead supporting multidisciplinary teams and clients through complex federal, state, and municipal environmental review processes. While the primary regulatory focus is Connecticut, candidates may be based in Connecticut, Rhode Island, or Massachusetts, with hybrid flexibility and limited travel. This is a high-impact role supporting critical infrastructure, ecological restoration, and redevelopment projects while helping expand internal permitting capacity and mentoring junior staff.

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full_time employment_type_text: Full Time key_responsibilities:
  • 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 Additional Information
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  • 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 This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds—collaborate in-office with a high-performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week.

We're committed to supporting work-life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Dental Insurance