Environmental Project Manager - NEPA and wetlands
About The Position
Parsons is a leading organization dedicated to sustainable development and environmental stewardship. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment through innovative solutions and comprehensive environmental planning. Our transportation practice includes working on exciting, large, national, and international projects. Parsons is one of the North American leaders in design-build engineering, completing over $75 billion worth of alternative delivery projects. Some of our recent projects include the $600 million award-winning Kicking Horse Canyon in British Columbia, $500 million I-64 High Rise Bridge and Southside Widening in Virginia, the over $1 billion Intercounty Connector Segments A and B in Maryland, and the Soapstone Connector Road EIS in Virginia. Our current projects include the $5 billion Georgia State Route 400 Express Lanes and locally the Route 15 Braddock Road Roundabout project in Loudoun County. Our environmental support services are offered to clients, including transportation departments in Maryland, DC, Virginia, and Georgia, WMATA and Amtrak and Federal departments and agencies, including Labor, DOT, FAA, FRA, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and other federal departments. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Environmental Project Manager, NEPA and Wetlands professional to join our dynamic team and lead our growing environmental practice. The successful candidate will lead and manage environmental projects and aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other relevant regulations. This person will also assist in permit applications and monitoring for both design-bid-build and design-build projects, both big and small. This role requires a deep understanding of environmental policies, exceptional leadership abilities, and a commitment to excellence.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related field (master’s degree desirable).
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in environmental planning and NEPA compliance.
- Proven experience in leading and managing NEPA projects.
- Experience working with local transportation agencies such as VDOT, DDOT, MDOT, and Prince George's, Montgomery, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William Counties.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple staff and projects simultaneously.
Nice To Haves
- Prior team leadership/staff management experience is desirable
- Professional certifications such as AICP, PWS, CPSEC, CEP, or PMP are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and build relationships with clients and agency counterparts
- Identify potential pursuits and assist with proposal development
- Manage NEPA compliance projects, including Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), Environmental Assessments (EA), and Categorical Exclusions (CE).
- Serve as the environmental lead on major projects.
- Conduct thorough environmental analyses and assessments to identify potential impacts and mitigation measures.
- Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies, stakeholders, and the public to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Develop and implement project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to team members and stakeholders.
- Prepare and review technical documents, reports, and presentations.
- Ensure all projects comply with NEPA regulations and other environmental laws.
- Help apply for, obtain and monitor project permits and environmental compliance
- Stay current with changes in environmental regulations and best practices.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Opportunity to work locally as well as nationally on exciting projects and with different clients.
- Commitment to work-life balance.
- medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
