Job Description
Overview:
We are seeking a Project Manager/Environmental Scientist with 8+ years of experience to support and lead NEPA-driven infrastructure and transportation projects, with a strong focus on work in Pennsylvania. This individual will play a key role in managing environmental efforts, particularly for transportation projects, while applying deep expertise in natural resources, permitting, and regulatory coordination. Key Responsibilities:
Manage and deliver NEPA compliance efforts for transportation and infrastructure projects, including Environmental Assessments (EAs) and Categorical Exclusions (CEs) Lead project management activities, including scope development, budget tracking, scheduling, invoicing, and coordination with internal teams and clients Prepare, review, and oversee NEPA documentation, technical reports, and environmental analyses Support and manage natural resource investigations, including wetland and stream delineations, impact assessments, and mitigation planning Navigate Pennsylvania-specific permitting, including Chapter 105, Joint Permit Applications, and Clean Water Act Section 404/401 coordination with PADEP and USACE Coordinate with regulatory agencies on Section 4(f), Section 106, and ESA compliance Support environmental permitting and compliance for PennDOT and transportation-related projects Engage in client communication and relationship management, including presentations at public meetings, stakeholder meetings, and agency coordination Provide technical oversight and QA/QC of environmental deliverables and mentor junior staff Qualifications:
8+ years of experience in environmental consulting, with a focus on NEPA, natural resources, and permitting Strong NEPA experience, including preparation and review of EAs, CEs, alternatives analysis, and interagency coordination Demonstrated experience supporting transportation projects, ideally with PennDOT or similar agencies Extensive Pennsylvania regulatory experience, including Chapter 105 permitting, wetland/stream delineations, and coordination with PADEP and USACE Background in natural resources, including wetlands, streams, and ecological assessments Experience with Clean Water Act permitting (Sections 404/401) and familiarity with Section 4(f) and Section 106 processes Proven project management experience, including managing budgets, timelines, and multidisciplinary teams Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a team environment Get job alerts Share Copied to clipboard Related roles Certified Wetland Scientist | New Hampshire USA USD 80000
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