Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Engineering, or related field.
10+ years in environmental consulting managing large, complex projects.
Experience with federal and state environmental permitting for public/private sectors.
Strong knowledge of wetlands, ecological restoration, wildlife, and NEPA regulations.
Preferred certifications such as PWS, CWB, PMP, or gopher tortoise agent.
Responsibilities
Lead multiple, large-scale environmental and natural resources projects.
Oversee project execution: budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and QA/QC.
Develop environmental permitting strategies for complex projects.
Maintain relationships with regulatory agencies and industry partners.
Support strategic growth initiatives and business development efforts.
Identify new business opportunities and lead client negotiations.
Serve as a trusted advisor and primary contact for clients.
Mentor project managers and junior staff, providing career development support.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on diverse, impactful environmental projects.
Ongoing professional development and mentorship opportunities.
Engage with industry events and professional organizations.
Collaboration with multidisciplinary technical teams.
Potential for leadership roles in strategic initiatives.
Full Job Description
Duties & Responsibilities
Lead and manage multiple concurrent, large-scale, multidisciplinary environmental and natural resources projects for public and private sector clients.
Oversee all aspects of project execution, including budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC).
Lead or support environmental permitting strategies for complex projects involving wetlands, aquatic resources, protected species, NEPA, and other regulatory programs.
Apply knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations and permitting requirements throughout Florida and the Southeast.
Stay current with regulatory trends while maintaining strong relationships with agencies, clients, and industry partners.
Partner with regional and practice leadership to support strategic growth initiatives, business development, proposal preparation, and client expansion.
Identify new business opportunities and lead client pursuits through proposal preparation, scope development, presentations, and contract negotiations.
Serve as a primary client contact and trusted advisor, building long-term relationships through proactive communication and successful project delivery.
Collaborate with ECT's multidisciplinary technical teams to coordinate environmental, engineering, permitting, and natural resources services.
Mentor and support project managers and junior staff through technical guidance, performance feedback, and career development.
Lead internal QA/QC reviews to ensure technical excellence and compliance with ECT standards.
As opportunities arise, serve in ECT's Team Leader role by fostering collaboration, supporting staff development, and promoting knowledge sharing across teams.
Support resource planning and project staffing to promote successful project execution across multiple teams.
Represent ECT at industry events, conferences, and professional organizations to strengthen client relationships and promote continued growth.
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Engineering, or a related field required.
Preferred Certifications: Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB), Project Management Professional (PMP), or FWC Authorized Gopher Tortoise Agent designations.
10+ years of experience in environmental consulting with demonstrated success managing large, complex, multidisciplinary projects.
Proven experience managing state and federal environmental permitting and natural resources projects for public and private sector clients
Proven experience directing the acquisition of Environmental Resource Permits (ERP) through FDEP and Florida Water Management Districts, overseeing Endangered Species Act Sections 7 and 10 consultations, and facilitating FWC listed species permitting (e.g., Eastern indigo snake, gopher tortoise, caracara).[LD1]
Comfortable leading strategic negotiations for USACE Section 404/10 permits.
Strong technical knowledge in one or more resource areas such as wetlands, ecological restoration, wildlife, threatened and endangered species, aquatic resources, NEPA, water resources, environmental permitting, or related disciplines.
Demonstrated experience in business development, client management, and project financial performance, including responsibility for project profitability and client growth.
Proven ability to mentor staff, lead multidisciplinary project teams, and successfully manage complex project portfolios.
