Sarah Stearns, PSW

Stacy has extensive experience with local, state, and federal land use and environmental permitting processes, wetland science and environmental research, and she is adept at the preparation and oversight of complex reports and permitting documentation. She actively reviews and comments on proposed regulatory changes, and routinely coordinates with local, state, and federal agencies, including involvement in technical advisory committees. She is a skilled facilitator, managing and participating in the collaborative processes for a variety of projects. Her thorough understanding of the subject matter and dynamics of working with government agencies, project proponents, and stakeholders allows her to help participants manage complex technical information while maintaining productive communication throughout the process. Stacy also provides project peer review services for various Conservation Commissions in Massachusetts, is a former member of her community’s Conservation Commission, and is engaged with her community’s Open Space and Recreation Plan.

As the leader of B+T’s Planning and Environmental Services Discipline, Stacy is responsible for maintaining the discipline’s technical knowledge base and mentoring staff to help them establish fulfilling careers. Stacy also initiated a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee at the firm, and is actively engaged in various industry groups, including serving on the Boards of Directors of the Association of Massachusetts Wetland Scientists and the Environmental Business Council of New England.