Senior Energy + Environmental Project Manager
About The Position
Senior Energy + Environment Project Manager Lead high-impact energy and environmental projects that move infrastructure forward. Are you a Senior Energy & Environment Project Manager with experience in renewable energy, oil and gas, or electrical transmission projects? Join our growing Energy + Environment team and lead complex environmental and energy projects that help power the future. In this role, you’ll provide technical leadership, manage multidisciplinary project teams, and deliver high-quality environmental consulting services from planning through execution. This position is ideal for a seller-doer environmental leader who enjoys building client relationships, driving business development, and guiding projects that support critical infrastructure and sustainable energy development. If you’re ready to grow your impact, lead meaningful projects, and help expand a thriving environmental practice, apply today and take the next step in your career. About Fisher Associates At Fisher Associates, we are a multidisciplinary design services firm with nine locations nationwide. Our services span civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental services, land surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast, and construction engineering, each offering opportunities to shape communities and improve lives. What You’ll Do as a Senior Energy + Environment Project Manager Lead and manage mid- to large-scale environmental and energy infrastructure projects, from opportunity development through successful project delivery. Drive project execution from kickoff through planning, environmental review, safety analysis, and implementation. Manage project scope, schedule, staffing, and budgets, maintaining accurate project metrics and forecasts in company systems. Guide project strategy and technical design, ensuring solutions meet client objectives and environmental compliance requirements. Oversee project financial performance, including billing, status reporting, QA/QC of technical deliverables, and project closeout. Develop and manage competitive project proposals, serving as Proposal Manager and primary client contact throughout the pursuit process. Lead environmental permitting and regulatory coordination, navigating federal, state, and municipal approval processes. Build strong client relationships and support business development, identifying new opportunities in renewable energy, oil and gas, and electrical transmission markets. Represent the firm in industry associations, professional organizations, and community initiatives to strengthen partnerships and expand market presence. Provide technical leadership and mentorship, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing subcontractors to deliver high-quality environmental consulting services.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Studies, Planning, Geology, Environmental or Civil Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in environmental project management, environmental consulting, renewable energy permitting, and environmental compliance.
- Experience with energy projects (solar, wind, BESS, oil & gas, utilities)
- Strong knowledge of environmental permitting and regulatory compliance, including local zoning and planning reviews and coordination with PADEP, PennDOT, and County Conservation Districts.
- Experience preparing and submitting environmental permit applications, regulatory documentation, and land development plans in accordance with Pennsylvania Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to build client relationships, identify project opportunities, and contribute to business development within environmental or energy consulting markets.
- Experience conducting environmental compliance audits, regulatory reviews, and environmental assessments across multiple industries is a plus.
- Proficiency in GIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Microsoft Office to support environmental analysis, mapping, and technical documentation.
- Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration, integrity and respect.
- Deliver high-quality work using critical thinking, sound judgment, and exceptional organizational skills.
- Proactively own projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, growth environment.
- Curious and improvement-minded, embracing feedback and continuously seeking better solutions.
Nice To Haves
- Experience conducting environmental compliance audits, regulatory reviews, and environmental assessments across multiple industries is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage mid- to large-scale environmental and energy infrastructure projects, from opportunity development through successful project delivery.
- Drive project execution from kickoff through planning, environmental review, safety analysis, and implementation.
- Manage project scope, schedule, staffing, and budgets, maintaining accurate project metrics and forecasts in company systems.
- Guide project strategy and technical design, ensuring solutions meet client objectives and environmental compliance requirements.
- Oversee project financial performance, including billing, status reporting, QA/QC of technical deliverables, and project closeout.
- Develop and manage competitive project proposals, serving as Proposal Manager and primary client contact throughout the pursuit process.
- Lead environmental permitting and regulatory coordination, navigating federal, state, and municipal approval processes.
- Build strong client relationships and support business development, identifying new opportunities in renewable energy, oil and gas, and electrical transmission markets.
- Represent the firm in industry associations, professional organizations, and community initiatives to strengthen partnerships and expand market presence.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing subcontractors to deliver high-quality environmental consulting services.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Hybrid Work Schedule
- Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
- Strong Work-life Balance
- Shareholders Program
- Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
- Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security
- Engage with a variety of employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
