Associate Paleontologist

Overview<br><br><p style="margin: auto 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: 'Avenir Next LT Pro', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_EmbeddedFont', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_MSFontService', sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Energy Environmental Group (EEG)</span></span></strong><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: 'Avenir Next LT Pro', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_EmbeddedFont', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_MSFontService', sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> is a full-service environmental consulting firm specializing in all aspects of environmental permitting, inspection, and compliance monitoring. From a project’s </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">inception</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> to its final release, EEG’s knowledgeable staff </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">utilizes</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> a multifaceted plan of action to meet project milestones, </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">maintain</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> compliance regulations, and ensure a successful path to construction completion. </span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: 'Avenir Next LT Pro', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_EmbeddedFont', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_MSFontService', sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}"> </span></span></p><p style="margin: auto 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: 'Avenir Next LT Pro', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_EmbeddedFont', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_MSFontService', sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Energy Environmental Group is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">maintaining</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">We’re</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work. </span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: 'Avenir Next LT Pro', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_EmbeddedFont', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_MSFontService', sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}"> </span></span></p><p style="margin: auto 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: 'Avenir Next LT Pro', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_EmbeddedFont', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_MSFontService', sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Energy Environmental Group is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. EEG is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: 'Avenir Next LT Pro', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_EmbeddedFont', 'Avenir Next LT Pro_MSFontService', sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}"> </span></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The Associate Paleontologist (II) independently supports paleontological compliance and pre-construction activities for electric transmission, substation, renewable energy and other energy infrastructure projects throughout the United States. This position prepares permit applications, environmental documentation, regulatory analyses and project deliverables while coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams and regulatory agencies to support successful project development.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Building upon the foundational skills developed as a Staff Paleontologist (I) , this role requires increasing technical expertise, sound professional judgment and the ability to independently manage routine planning and permitting assignments while contributing to project strategy, mentoring junior staff and supporting successful project delivery.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p> <br>Responsibilities<br><br><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">What you will experience in this position</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Independently support planning and permitting efforts for some of the nation's largest energy infrastructure projects.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Develop practical permitting strategies that balance environmental requirements with engineering, construction and client objectives.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Coordinate directly with engineers, biologists, cultural resource specialists, environmental compliance teams, clients and regulatory agencies.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Prepare environmental documentation and permit applications that directly support project development and construction.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Gain experience leading agency coordination, permitting schedules and project planning efforts.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Expand your knowledge of NEPA, federal and state permitting requirements, utility crossings, environmental constraints analyses and project development.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Mentor Environmental Planner I personnel while strengthening your own technical and leadership capabilities.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Participate in client meetings, agency coordination and multidisciplinary planning discussions.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Continue building the technical and project management skills needed to advance into Environmental Planner III.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Help deliver practical, proactive solutions that keep projects moving while protecting natural resources.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Key responsibilities</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Independently prepare environmental reports, permit applications, technical memoranda, and supporting documentation for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Coordinate with technical specialists, including biology, cultural resources, GIS, engineering and environmental compliance staff, to develop complete and accurate project deliverables.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Prepare, submit and track environmental permits, utility crossing permits, agency authorizations and related regulatory approvals.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Perform environmental constraints analyses, desktop reviews, GIS mapping, routing evaluations and project planning analyses.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Interpret environmental regulations and permit requirements while applying them to project planning and permitting activities.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Coordinate directly with regulatory agencies, utility companies, clients and project stakeholders regarding routine permitting and project development activities.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Manage permit tracking, project schedules, regulatory commitments and project documentation to support successful project execution.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Review work prepared by Environmental Planner I personnel while providing technical guidance and mentorship.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Support project managers by identifying permitting risks, recommending practical solutions and helping maintain project schedules.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrate ownership, accountability, professionalism and proactive communication while supporting multiple concurrent projects.</span></li></ul> <br>Qualifications<br><br><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Required qualifications</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Graduate degree in paleontology, geology, or a closely related field</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrated experience leading complex paleontological fieldwork and supervising teams</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Meet Society of Vertebrate Paleontology’s Professional Qualification Standards</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong understanding of paleontological resource regulations and compliance requirements</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Working knowledge of federal, state and local environmental regulations including NEPA and associated permitting processes</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience preparing paleontological reports, permit applications and regulatory documentation.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience coordinating multiple assignments while meeting project schedules and client expectations.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong technical writing, communication and organizational skills.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Proficiency with GIS software, Microsoft Office applications and digital project management tools.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to travel as required to support projects and client needs</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Preferred qualifications</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Advanced experience in technical report writing and editing</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong analytical and interpretive skills related to site significance</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience coordinating projects and supporting project management</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity with regional paleontological history and regulatory frameworks</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Proficiency with mapping and field technologies</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Key skills</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Environmental planning and permitting expertise.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong technical writing and document preparation.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Research and regulatory interpretation.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Construction-minded problem solving.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong organizational and project coordination skills.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Agency coordination and professional communication.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Mentoring and knowledge sharing.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Accountability and ownership.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Commitment to continuous improvement and exceptional client service.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Physical requirements</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to occasionally perform field visits in varying weather and terrain conditions.</span></li><li>Ability to travel up to 15%, or as project needs require</li></ul>