Senior Project Manager (Environmental Permitting)

About the position

Our Environmental Sector delivers comprehensive environmental solutions to meet the full project lifecycle needs of clients in electric transmission, renewable energy, oil & gas, transportation, and manufacturing industries. With one of the largest multimedia air and land permitting and compliance teams in the country, we support client success in manufacturing and industry, liquids delivery and processing, natural gas storage and delivery, power generation and delivery, and transportation projects. We are seeking a Senior Project Manager - Environmental Permitting to join our successful and growing Planning, Permitting, and Licensing Practice in New York.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of documents associated with, and participation in the processes of New York State Article VII and Part 102, DEC Freshwater Wetlands Program, and USACE federal permitting.
• Preparation of permit applications, environmental documentation, Environmental Management and Construction Plans (EM&CPs), Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) documentation, and field data reports.
• Develop permitting strategies and schedules, participate in public meetings, negotiate with regulatory agencies, coordinate field work, direct and support other technical staff, interact in the field with clients, stakeholders and contractors, and manage budgets and invoicing.
• Preparation of clear and concise reports, procedures, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Preparation of environmental permits at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Will serve as main point of contact for regulatory agencies.
• Review of environmental and municipal regulations to identify compliance requirements.
• Development of agency consultation packages and coordination with local and regional agencies.
• Abide by Company policies and procedures.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, natural resources, biology, ecology, or related field.
• 5 to 10 years of post-degree environmental permitting experience in New York.
• Experience managing transmission line projects under New York State Article VII and Part 102.
• Additional experience working on projects under New York State Article 10 and Section 94-c is a plus.
• Experience with SEQRA Permitting, New York State DEC Freshwater Wetlands Program, Federal Clean Water Act and FERC Certificates is also highly desirable.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply environmental compliance and permitting regulations of applicable regulatory agencies, including New York Public Service Commission, NYSDEC, EPA, USACE, and FERC.
• Excellent verbal communication and technical communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude working under aggressive schedules.
• Strong ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year)
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence