Bachelor's or Master's in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or related field
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
Preferred licenses: Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), Professional Engineer (PE), or Professional Geologist (PG)
Experience with FDOT projects and NEPA processes
Strong background in coastal resiliency, ports, and marine construction
Responsibilities
Lead revenue growth and client expansion in the Natural Resources Environmental team
Develop and execute strategic business development plans
Manage natural resources projects from proposal to completion
Prepare scopes of work, fee proposals, and technical reports
Oversee project budgets, invoicing, and performance
Act as primary client contact and coordinate with agencies
Mentor junior staff and support team development
Collaborate with leadership on market growth strategies
Benefits
Opportunity to lead and grow a specialized team
Engagement in high-value projects across Florida
Mentorship and development opportunities for junior staff
Involvement in diverse environmental projects
Collaboration with industry leaders and agencies
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and grow our Natural Resources Environmental team in the panhandle. This position focuses on environmental permitting, NEPA support, coastal and marine resource management, waterfront infrastructure, transportation projects, and environmental compliance for public and private sector clients throughout Florida.
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience supporting federal projects, waterfront development, ports, dredging, coastal resiliency, and marine construction. USACE, NEPA, coastal permitting, marine environmental compliance and FDOT experience are strongly preferred.
What You'll Own
Revenue growth and client expansion within your market and service line
Development and execution of a strategic business development plan
Leadership of key client accounts and pursuit of high-value opportunities
Building and mentoring a high-performing delivery team
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Revenue Generation (Primary Focus)
Drive new business acquisition through networking, referrals, and industry engagement
Manage natural resources projects from proposal through completion
Prepare scopes of work, fee proposals, schedules, technical reports, and permit applications
Manage project budgets, invoicing, and project performance
Serve as a primary client contact and support agency coordination efforts
The Senior Project Manager will mentor junior staff and support technical team development
Help grow the scientific diving team and marine-focused operations
Collaborate with leadership to define and execute market growth strategies
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Biology, Marine biology, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting
Minimum 10 years of related experience
Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), Professional Arborist, Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG) license preferred, or AAUS Certified Scientific Diver following guidelines in EM 385-1-1
Preferred Skills and Abilities
FDOT project experience the PD&E process and ETDM coordination
NEPA experience with Categorical Exclusions (CE), Environmental Assessments (EA), and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS)
FEMA EHP coordination
USFWS, NOAA, and FWC coordination
USACE permitting experience including 404 permitting
FDEP permitting including CCCL permitting
Water Management District Permitting experience
Existing agency and client relationships
Ports, dredging, and coastal resiliency experience
Assessment of benthic and aquatic vegetation
Protected species monitoring
Military Qualifications
The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
