Job Description:Job Title: Environmental Project Manager - NEPA and WetlandsPosition Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Environmental Project Manager, NEPA and Wetlands professional to join our dynamic team and lead our growing environmental practice. The successful candidate will lead and manage environmental projects and aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other relevant regulations. This person will also assist in permit applications and monitoring for both design-bid-build and design-build projects, both big and small. This role requires a deep understanding of environmental policies, exceptional leadership abilities, and a commitment to excellence.
Key Responsibilities:- Maintain and build relationships with clients and agency counterparts
- Identify potential pursuits and assist with proposal development
- Manage NEPA compliance projects, including Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), Environmental Assessments (EA), and Categorical Exclusions (CE).
- Serve as the environmental lead on major projects.
- Conduct thorough environmental analyses and assessments to identify potential impacts and mitigation measures.
- Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies, stakeholders, and the public to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Develop and implement project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to team members and stakeholders.
- Prepare and review technical documents, reports, and presentations.
- Ensure all projects comply with NEPA regulations and other environmental laws.
- Help apply for, obtain and monitor project permits and environmental compliance
- Stay current with changes in environmental regulations and best practices.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related field (master's degree desirable).
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in environmental planning and NEPA compliance.
- Proven experience in leading and managing NEPA projects.
- Experience working with local transportation agencies such as VDOT, DDOT, MDOT, and Prince George's, Montgomery, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William Counties.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple staff and projects simultaneously.
- Prior team leadership/staff management experience is desirable
- Professional certifications such as AICP, PWS, CPSEC, CEP, or PMP are a plus.
Benefits:- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Opportunity to work locally as well as nationally on exciting projects and with different clients.
- Commitment to work-life balance.
Security Clearance Requirement:None
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
Salary Range: $125,100.00 - $225,200.00
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
