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 focuses 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.

Role accountabilities

• 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.
• Develop permitting strategies and manage regulatory processes to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Oversee the preparation of 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, leverage existing networks to identify new opportunities, and lead pursuit activities 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.
• Engage frequently with clients, emphasizing building and maintaining strong relationships through regular in-person meetings in the Houston area.

Qualifications & Experience

• 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