Environmental Project Manager, Natural Resources

Quandary Consultants•Denver, CO

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Quandary Consultants LLC is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to join their Natural Resource group. This role involves project management and delivering project outcomes for clients in various sectors including construction, oil & gas, renewable energy, electric utility, and government. The position will primarily focus on office-based tasks such as assisting with project deliverables and proposals, ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget, and aiding with staff scheduling. However, approximately 25% of the year will involve fieldwork, potentially requiring overnight stays. A background in Colorado Oil & Gas and familiarity with Energy & Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) regulations are highly desired.

Requirements

Positive attitude and collaborative, team-based perspective
Demonstrated experience with increasing responsibilities, preferably leading teams in a management role
Working knowledge of relevant Federal, State, and local regulatory requirements (e.g., ESA, NEPA, CWA, MBTA)
Self-sufficient, self-motivated, strong problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure of deadlines
Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instructions, work independently, and comply with company policies
Ability to work in locations that feature rough terrain and remote locations alone with minimal supervision
Valid driver's license and safe driving record
Able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test
Subject to client required random drug screening

Nice To Haves

Key specialty areas preferred such as Wildlife Biology, Vegetation, Wetlands, etc.
Experience with Colorado Oil & Gas and is familiar with Energy & Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) regulations
Experience with ECMC Cumulative Impact Analysis a plus
Interpret and manage spatial data using ESRI suite of products, Google Earth, and similar platforms

Responsibilities

Project management of multiple, simultaneous projects for different clients in different industries in a dynamic work environment
Assist with natural resource field work and report writing, including field surveys for wildlife, vegetation, and wetland assessments
Coordinate scheduling, data transfer, and reporting with other field staff and project managers
Create new project scopes, budgets, and designs
Develop, implement, and manage environmental, health, and safety policies and support a culture of workplace safety
Independently conduct and lead fieldwork efforts
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff
Create educational materials for internal training purposes and lead staff training efforts
Consult with federal, state, and local agencies on regulatory issues
Business development and management of client relations
Create, review, and improve client deliverables, including written reports and maps
Independently and collaboratively conduct natural resources and environmental fieldwork in remote and urban locations, including active construction and sites with active operations
Collect detailed, accurate scientific field data for multiple wildlife species, vegetation, habitats (migratory birds, eagle nests and roosts, burrowing owls, prairie dogs, etc.), and environmental resources (e.g. groundwater, surface water, soils, wetlands)
Collect and manage data using ESRI software, Arc GIS Field Maps (Survey 123), Google Earth, or similar platforms during field work
Expand working knowledge of various environmental disciplines
Attend environmental training courses on a variety of topics
Perform additional assignments as assigned