Environmental Planning and Resiliency Specialist

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Work Environment

• Location: Mark Center (Primary), Pentagon
• Travel: 20% for site visits and stakeholder meetings
• Security: Secret clearance required for comprehensive facility access

Key Responsibilities

• Support master planning and land use management initiatives
• Conduct environmental feasibility studies for facility improvements
• Develop climate resilience and adaptation strategies
• Support NEPA compliance for major construction projects
• Analyze environmental impacts of proposed facility changes
• Coordinate with architectural and engineering teams
• Develop sustainability metrics and reporting frameworks

Experience Requirements

• 8-12 years environmental planning and sustainability experience
• Climate resilience and adaptation planning experience
• NEPA compliance experience preferred

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, or related field
• Master's degree preferred

Certifications

• AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification preferred
• LEED Accredited Professional preferred
• Envision Sustainability Professional preferred

Required Skills

• Strong background in environmental impact assessment
• Knowledge of NEPA process and documentation requirements
• Experience with climate change adaptation planning
• GIS and spatial analysis capabilities
• Understanding of sustainable design principles
• Project management and stakeholder coordination skills

*This Position is Contingent Upon Award.

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.