Environmental Science Project Manager

• Lead the planning and implementing the execution of natural resource projects including permitting efforts, natural resources field studies, data analysis and report preparation.
• Provide accountability of project delivery and project execution, project performance metrics, meeting deadlines, and ensuring quality and expertise of execution of work on managed projects and technical assignments.
• Prepare and/or direct the preparation of permit packages, technical studies, and supporting documents, such as resource reports, assessments, mitigation and monitoring plans, and other deliverables.
• Collect biological data and prepare environmental reports and permit applications for federal, state, and local government agencies.
• Conduct field assessments including wetland delineations and habitat assessments for threatened and endangered species, conduct ecological field data collection and biological monitoring at project sites.
• Collect chemical and biological data including sampling of surface water, sediment, soil, groundwater, etc. for purposes of site assessment and/or to support risk assessment projects.
• Write and produce technical reports based on field data collection.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Support existing clients with the implementation of efficient and innovative solutions to address project needs.
• Establish and develop strategic long-term relationships with current clients, new clients and prospective teaming partners.
• Provide complete responsibility of managed projects by maintaining client satisfaction while ensuring projects are delivered safely and within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Communicate with internal and external clients in a responsive and professional manner to ensure successful project completion with no surprises.
• Support proposal preparation and review with technical expertise and cost estimates.
• Lead or facilitate project meetings attended by clients, agencies, and the public to support a successful project outcome.
• Thorough and accurate review of time, expenses, and invoices for projects managed that aligns with company established guidelines and assigned billable expectations
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, botany, hydrology, soil science, or similar natural resources field.
• 3+ years’ experience working with permitting and/or NEPA including developing and preparing permit applications, wetland delineations, conducting biological and ecological assessments and preparing associated technical reports, writing and preparing NEPA documents.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal permitting programs, wetland delineation requirements, and biological and ecological assessment collection methodologies.
• Experience conducting wetland delineations, botanical surveys, and/or wildlife surveys.
• Experience in working and negotiating cooperatively with local, state, and federal regulators.
• Experience with managing and leading project teams
• Ability to work independently and with teams of specialists to meet client and project needs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of all levels of the environmental permitting process
• Preparation of proposals including technical approach and pricing
• Proficiency with MS Office suite, strong people skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record