Environment Manager

Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Environment Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in environmental impact analysis, regulatory compliance, and managing large-scale, multi-jurisdictional development projects involving both state and federal permitting and funding.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team responsible for analysis of and ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental requirements including NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act), NHPA (National Historic Preservation Act), Section 106, Water Quality Certification Section 401/404, Endangered Species Act Section 7, US DOT Section 4(f) and others.

• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including federal, state, and local agencies, as well as project teams, to facilitate and manage permitting processes.

• Provide technical expertise on environmental laws, regulations, and policy changes, advising project teams on their implications.

• Work with federal agencies, State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPO), Tribal authorities, and other stakeholders regarding historic preservation.

• Facilitate U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Biological Opinion (BO) consultations related to endangered species and critical habitat.

• Lead Section 401 and 404 permitting processes with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACOE), including preparing and submitting required documentation for permits related to water quality and wetlands.

• Manage compensatory mitigation with federal agencies, primarily the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and USFWS.

• Oversee Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, ensuring compliance with water quality regulations.

• Manage environmental compliance and permitting for multi-jurisdictional development projects, ensuring successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in environmental consulting, with a focus on NEPA analysis, Section 106 consultation, and other federal and state environmental permitting processes.

• In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations, including NEPA, Section 106, Section 4(f), USFWS BO consultations, USACOE Section 401/404 permits, and NPDES permits.

• Strong technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality reports, permit applications, and environmental documentation.

• Experience with compensatory mitigation plans, stormwater pollution prevention, and land use planning (BLM processes).

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.

• Excellent project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to navigate complex permitting processes and work effectively with stakeholders from various agencies and organizations.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to clients, regulatory agencies, and the public.

• Fluency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Visio, etc.).

• Proficiency with environmental software and GIS tools.

• Demonstrated experience managing cost, schedule, and quality for multiple projects.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $156,000. Actual salaries will vary based on experience, education, budget, project, and location.