Environmental Scientist, Permitting, NEPA & Infrastructure

Job overview

The Environmental Scientist, Permitting, NEPA & Infrastructure role is hybrid in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, with four days in the office and one remote day each week. The posting lists offices in Washington, DC; Bethesda, MD; and Tysons Corner, VA, with location and schedule coordinated with a supervisor. Compensation is $75,000–$105,000 per year. InterAgency provides environmental and regulatory consulting for infrastructure projects focused on environmental stewardship and sustainable land use. The scientist supports multidisciplinary infrastructure projects through permitting, environmental analysis, and compliance work. The role helps project teams meet regulatory requirements and protect natural resources across planning, design, and construction.

What you'll do

• Prepare and manage federal, state, and local environmental permit applications
• assist with NEPA documentation and environmental analyses
• advise clients on permitting strategies and regulatory requirements
• coordinate technical accuracy and project scope, budget, schedule, and client expectations
• support proposals and deliverables
• prepare Environmental Management Plans
• support erosion and sediment control and stormwater compliance
• mentor junior staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

environmental scientist

permitting

nepa

infrastructure

environmental compliance

natural resources

hybrid

washington dc

bethesda md

tysons corner va

interagency

$75k–$105k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) Safe Harbor employer match
• up to 20 days of PTO annually
• life and disability insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• paid holidays and leave.

Why this role

Hybrid schedule with four office days and one remote day; projects may include flood mitigation, seawall resilience, bridges, and stream restoration; field work may occur at active construction sites.

About the employer

InterAgency is hiring for this role. Industry: Environmental Consulting Services. Sector: 54.