Principal Environmental Planning Project Manager

About the role

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Principal Environmental Planning Project Manager to join our Gulf Coast team and lead environmental planning, permitting, siting, and project management efforts across Texas, the Gulf Coast, and surrounding regions. This position will focus on delivering high-quality environmental consulting services across sectors including linear utilities, oil and gas, data centers, carbon capture and utilization/storage (CCUS), power generation, and renewable energies.

In this leadership role, you will be responsible for driving growth through client development, managing client relationships, and overseeing project delivery. You will work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, including biologists, engineers, archaeologists, planners, and technical specialists, to successfully execute environmental projects and develop innovative solutions for clients. This role requires a seasoned professional with deep industry connections, knowledge, strong business acumen, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex environmental projects across sectors such as energy, data centers, CCUS, and renewable energy with a focus on environmental permitting and planning, regulatory compliance and sustainability goals, while driving innovation in methodologies and project delivery.
• Develop permitting strategies and manage regulatory processes to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Provide expertise with the Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and other state and federal laws.
• Demonstrate experience coordinating with regulatory agencies, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUCT).
• Oversee and prepare technical environmental documents, including permit applications, NEPA reports, routing and siting studies, and Certificates of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) filings for the PUCT.
• Provide senior-level QA/QC for client deliverables, regulatory filings, and consultation strategies to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Manage interdisciplinary project teams, foster collaboration and ensure delivery of high-quality work products within schedule and budget constraints.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff and technical experts, fostering professional growth and promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain client relationships, leveraging existing networks to identify new opportunities and lead pursuits, including proposal development, scope preparation, and cost estimation.
• Participate in industry networking events and market-facing activities to enhance Arcadis’ presence and identify new business opportunities.
• Achieve an initial sales target of approximately $500,000+ in the first year, with expectations for growth and increased goals each subsequent year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, urban planning, engineering, or similar discipline.
• 10+ years of experience managing environmental planning, permitting, siting, and/or energy projects in Texas and the Gulf Region.
• Extensive experience with state and federal regulations, including NEPA, CWA, ESA, and CCN filings for PUCT.
• Demonstrated expertise in environmental planning and permitting for energy infrastructure, data centers, and/or CCUS projects.
• Strong technical writing, strategic problem-solving, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401K with company match.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Basic life insurance and optional supplemental life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Reward and recognition program.
• Optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Nine paid holidays and 20 days PTO that accrue per year.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $124,700 - $187,050. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.