B.S. or M.S. in environmental science, planning, or engineering; 7-10 years of relevant experience required.
Experience in electric utility, renewable, and oil & gas pipeline sectors is a plus.
Knowledge of wetlands, endangered species, stormwater control, and the National Environmental Policy Act required.
Self-motivated and detail-oriented with strong collaboration skills.
Preferred experience in mentoring and guiding staff.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
Manage execution of multiple environmental projects with varied components.
Participate in business development and client-facing presentations.
Lead project teams in field surveys and environmental permitting tasks.
Interface daily with agencies to obtain necessary approvals and permits.
Develop and nurture client relationships to expand services.
Ensure projects are executed within budget and schedule.
Advise clients on regulatory strategies and compliance with permits.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on diverse environmental projects in a leading engineering firm.
Professional development through mentoring and career growth opportunities.
Engaging work environment with a focus on collaboration and teamwork.
Chance to participate in conferences and publish technical papers.
Travel opportunities to work with clients across different locations.
Full Job Description
Description Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to manage projects and oversee environmental permitting within the Mid-Atlantic Region.
This position will require a thorough knowledge of the federal, state, and local permitting requirements associated with the development and construction of new projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic.
Project management responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Execution of and project management for multiple environmental projects which include multi-faceted components.
Participate in business development activities including the development of proposals and cost estimates for new projects, development of and participation in client-facing presentations, and manage existing relationships with existing clients while contributing to the expansion of our growing Mid-Atlantic business.
Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to less experienced staff members.
Additional responsibilities include:
Leading project teams on a variety of tasks, including completion of field surveys, environmental permitting with federal, state and local agencies, review of necessary project reports and materials.
Daily interfacing with various agencies to obtain approvals, submit permit applications and prepare responses in a timely manner.
Daily interfacing with clients to develop relationships, build business, and expand services to new clients.
Manage work within budget and schedule expectations for each project.
Applying technical and creative solutions to natural resources permitting.
Advising clients of appropriate strategies to obtain permits and maintain compliance with regulations and permit conditions.
Providing guidance on regulations and permitting through USACE, USEPA, and various state and local regulations pertaining to the environmental permitting of new projects.
Publication of technical papers and delivering presentations at conferences.
Travel may be required as necessary and required by project or client commitments.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
B.S. or M.S. in environmental science, environmental planning, or environmental/civil engineering preferred with at least 7 years (10 years preferred) of applicable experience successfully executing and managing various environmental permitting projects in the Mid-Atlantic and throughout the United States.
Experience in multiple market sectors is a plus with an emphasis on electric utility, renewable, and oil & gas pipeline markets. The applicant should possess experience in leading negotiations with regulators pertaining to environmental permitting requirements.
The preferred applicant will also possess knowledge of regulations and permitting requirements for wetlands, threatened and endangered species, stormwater and erosion & sediment control, cultural resources and architectural history, and the National Environmental Policy Act. Technical expertise in one or more of these fields required.
Successful candidate must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to collaborate with a team.
Experience with guiding or overseeing staff, directly or indirectly, and assisting with mentoring and career development is preferred.
The candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability to work in a dynamic team environment, work under pressure to meet deadlines, and work effectively and professionally with various audiences (i.e., regulators, public officials, clients, etc.).
Experience with environmental permitting in other states throughout the United States is also desired.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
Job Environmental
Primary Location US-VA-Richmond
Other Locations US-VA-Roanoke
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 262042
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JJ #ENS N/A
About Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
