Project Manager – Natural Gas Transmission Projects

About the role

Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager to support the planning, permitting, and delivery of natural gas transmission and midstream infrastructure projects. This role will contribute to a diverse portfolio that includes interstate and intrastate pipelines, compressor and meter stations, modernization and integrity management programs, and renewable natural gas (RNG) facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead natural gas transmission projects through all phases, including routing, environmental studies, permitting, landowner coordination, construction compliance, and closeout.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, agency partners, and land services teams to ensure projects move forward efficiently and responsibly.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree in environmental science or a related field.
• A strong foundation in federal, state, and local permitting frameworks—including FERC and NEPA.

Qualifications

• You are a collaborative, forward-thinking project manager who excels in a multidisciplinary environment.
• You bring experience leading natural gas transmission projects through the full development lifecycle.
• You have a holistic perspective on pipeline development—from feasibility and routing to engineering, construction, and O&M.
• You are proficient with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) and experience developing integrated schedules.
• You have a proactive approach to identifying challenges and delivering practical solutions.
• You possess strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
• You have demonstrated success in proposal development and client engagement.
• You are willing to travel for meetings, field visits, and stakeholder engagements.

Skills

• Experience with regulatory frameworks, including FERC, NEPA, Clean Water Act, ESA, and state/local permitting.
• Proficiency in project management tools and developing integrated schedules.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to identify and mitigate project risks.
• Technical expertise in areas such as routing, environmental studies, compliance, and permitting.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (70% paid for you and your family).
• A 401(k) plan with company match.
• An employee stock ownership program.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The role can be based out of Tampa, Orlando, and/or Boynton Beach, FL.

Who We Are

We are a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm who values diversity and inclusion and celebrate the differences that make each of us unique. Our culture is built on mutual respect, recognizing that our variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives leads to better solutions, which fosters our continued success for our employee-owners and clients.

Additional Information

In accordance with ESA’s duty and responsibility to provide and maintain a safe workplace that is free of known hazards and to minimize the exposure to potential hazards, any employee who works from an ESA office or conducts any other in-person ESA work-related activity is required to submit their proof of vaccination status or have received an approved exemption and accommodation in states which this applies.

If you are an applicant with a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Human Resources Department via email: humanresources@esassoc.com for assistance.

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ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.