Lead Environmental Science & Planning Analyst
Date: Jul 23, 2025
Location: Bethpage, NY, US
Company: LIPAPRD
Requisition: 81976
PSEG Company: PSEG Long Island
Salary Range: $ 91,100
- $ 161,900
Work Location Category: Hybrid Fixed
PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories:
Onsite are roles that have specific onsite requirements and are typically onsite daily.
Hybrid fixed are roles that are a blend of onsite work/in-person interactions with some ability to work remotely and require employees to live within a commutable distance and be onsite fixed days each week.
Hybrid flexible are roles that can be performed remotely but require some level of onsite work/in-person interactions on a regular basis, require employees to live within a commutable distance and, since business needs vary by position and may change over time, managers will set expectations and flexibility regarding where and when work is performed.
Fully remote are roles that can be performed remotely, require employees to live in approved states and will have purpose-driven in-person interactions on occasion.
We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year (including vacation, scheduled holidays, and floating holidays).
PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie, and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.
Job Summary
PSEG Long Island is seeking a Lead Environmental Science and Planning Analyst to join their Licensing and Permitting (L&P) team. The Lead Environmental Science and Planning Analyst will support licensing and permitting activities for utility projects located throughout Long Island and the Rockaway Peninsula. This role will involve reviewing project scope documents and design drawings to evaluate the need for, and to identify, the necessary environmental permits and approvals. The Lead Environmental Science and Planning Analyst will be directly involved in licensing and permitting activities, with a particular focus on State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) in accordance with 6 NYCRR Part 617, and Federal and State wetland permitting. The analyst will serve as an advocate and subject matter expert for environmental permitting, will consult with appropriate regulatory agencies to identify compliance requirements, will certify that all required permits have been identified, and will serve as a lead during construction meetings.
Job Responsibilities
• Review project scope documents and designs (including engineering drawings, contract documents, specifications) to identify permits and approvals required for construction/operation.
• Preparation of permit applications and environmental documentation including but not limited to State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) analyses, U.S Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) wetland permits.
• Visit project sites to oversee work activities and monitor environmental compliance, as needed
• Oversee consultants and contractors during field activities (wetland delineations, geophysical surveys, soil/groundwater sampling, etc.) as needed
• Manage consultants/subcontractors supporting licensing and permitting activities
• Complete or participate in wetland delineation activities
• Work in consultation with representatives of regulatory agencies to ensure regulatory compliance and develop compliance strategies. Participate in meetings/conferences with regulatory agency representatives.
• Serve as Licensing and Permitting lead point of contact for assigned projects.
• Serve as Licensing and Permitting lead during pre-construction and construction meetings.
• Certify that all applicable permits for a project have been identified.
• Administrative support, including budget review and tracking, invoice review and approval, project tracking, maintaining SharePoint site documentation, data entry, etc.
Job Specific Qualifications
Required Education, Competencies and Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific discipline: Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, or other related natural science
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in environmental science and/or planning
• Familiarity with New York State and federal environmental regulations.
• Highly motivated self-starter who is able to work independently and part of a team
• Ability to read maps and engineering drawings
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to use ArcGIS to create maps.
• Proficiency and experience in environmental and construction permitting, licensing, site assessments and environmental due diligence.
• Detailed knowledge of local, state and federal permitting statutes, ordinances and regulations pertinent to environmental, land use, and construction.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing environmental technical documents.
• Experience in managing multiple contracts, purchase orders and associated deliverables from outside consultants
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external key stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple simultaneous complex project tasks under tight schedules and deadlines.
• Must exhibit high personal standards of commitment and integrity
• Must have excellent verbal, quantitative and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
• Must foster an inclusive work environment and respects all aspects of diversity
• Must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices
• Must have and maintain a valid U.S. drivers’ license and a safe driving history
Desired Education, Competencies and Skills:
• Master’s Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, or other related natural science
• Wetland identification and delineation skills
• Experience in stormwater management/SWPPPs.
• PMP certification.
• CPESC, CEP, Certified Ecologist, or PE certifications.
• NYSDEC 6 hour erosion and sediment control class.
• Experience working in the utility field
• Experience working with Fire Island National Seashore and/or Long Island Pine Barrens Commission
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