The role – what you’ll do
Barr is seeking a highly experienced senior environmental consultant with a strong mining focus to work with clients to identify, scope, and manage integrated environmental permitting and engineering projects across the full life cycle, from greenfield development through closure. This role involves coordinating multidisciplinary teams across multiple offices to produce high-quality technical documents for regulatory review.
The position is client-facing and relationship-driven, requiring frequent interaction with federal, state, and local regulators; non-governmental organizations; resource managers; industry representatives; technical experts; and interested stakeholders. A successful candidate is intrinsically motivated, consultative in style, flexible, and committed to delivering successful projects that strengthen long-term client relationships and support future business opportunities.
Your impact – key responsibilities
Permitting and compliance: assisting clients with permitting, environmental regulatory compliance, and related technical assignments.
Client service: collaborating with clients to identify and address environmental issues, including regulatory applicability determinations, preparing compliance plans and reports, developing permitting applications, and performing technical and economic feasibility studies.
Client management: sustain and grow relationships with existing mining clients through successful project execution and consultative engagement.
Team leadership: leading and managing highly collaborative project teams and developing internal team members.
Agency engagement: participating in meetings and negotiations with clients and regulatory agency personnel.
Business development: engaging in business development activities, including the development of proposals, scopes of work, and appropriate budgets.
About the opportunity
Hybrid: a hybrid arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office; a remote arrangement refers to working primarily from a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Reno, Nevada, office or Salt Lake City, Utah, office.
Travel expectation: up to 25% of the time, may vary depending on client needs.
Work environment: projects may require time on site at industrial and mining facilities. Some locations include rough terrain, limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of construction or industrial sites. Work may involve waste disposal sites or locations requiring hazardous materials cleanup. As needed, safety training will be provided, and an OSHA-mandated physical exam (HAZWOPER) or MSHA training may be required. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
About you – required core competencies
Education: bachelor’s degree in mining, civil, or environmental engineering, geology, or a related discipline.
Experience:
15 or more years of experience directly related to the mining industry, including environmental review, permitting, and reclamation.
Recent environmental consulting experience.
Relevant skills:
Demonstrated ability to lead, organize, and direct multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven consulting environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and consultatively with clients, regulators, and project teams.
Proven skills in negotiation, problem-solving, project organization, and producing high-quality deliverables.
Track record of meeting deadlines, fulfilling commitments, and mentoring staff.
Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.
Helpful additional experience (not required):
Familiarity with regulatory agencies and officials in western U.S. jurisdictions such as New Mexico, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Nevada, and Arizona.
Established relationships with mining clients and strong industry knowledge.
Participation in mining-related trade organizations such as NMA, SME, and AEMA.
Compensation:
Anticipated salary range of $120,000 to $170,000 annually. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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Benefits - what we offer
We are committed to providing an employee experience that attracts and retains top talent. That's why we offer a competitive package of employee benefits - including some unique offerings not found at other companies. At Barr, we also believe that learning doesn't stop when you get your degree, which is why we provide coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities to foster professional development at every stage of your career.
Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities
Please note that benefits eligibility is determined and may change based on part-time, reduced-time, or full-time status.
About us - why choose Barr
At Barr, you'll join a community of engineers, scientists, and professionals who will help you achieve your ambitions and build a meaningful, rewarding career. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients who value Barr's tailored solutions and commitment to exceptional service.
As part of our employee-owned firm, you'll contribute to a culture of commitment and camaraderie where staff can thrive as professionals. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and believe an inclusive workplace is critical to our success.
To learn more about Barr's culture and values, visit: https://www.barr.com/Careers/Our-culture
Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
