Environmental Project Manager

TIERRA RIGHT OF WAY SERVICES LTD • Albuquerque, NM

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Tierra Right of Way Services is seeking a full-time Environmental Project Manager (pre-construction) for one of our clients, TXNM Energy, in Albuquerque. This is an on-site position. This role supports project development activities from early design through regulatory approval for large, high-profile infrastructure projects with aggressive schedules. The contractor should help drive permitting and compliance efforts, coordinate across internal teams and external agencies, and keep projects on track prior to construction.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact and collaborate with all levels of management and staff
• Ability to work as a team player
• Attention to organization, detail and accuracy
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual
• Knowledge of utilizing MS Word, Excel, and Outlook applications
• Experience in project development, permitting, environmental compliance, or regulatory affairs (utilities or infrastructure preferred).
• Familiarity with public agency coordination, regulatory processes, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work
• Ability to work independently and apply decision-making skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Ability to pass a background check
• Valid U.S. Driver's Licence

Nice To Haves

• Experience in utilities or infrastructure preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and support permitting, zoning, and regulatory approval efforts at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Serve as a liaison with governing authorities, regulators, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate environmental, land use, ROW, engineering, regulatory, and procurement inputs during pre-construction.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and milestones focused on design and permitting phases.
• Track permit conditions, compliance documentation, inspections, and approval requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to permitting, environmental constraints, and site conditions.
• Support preparation of regulatory filings, public hearing materials, and agency presentations.
• Assist with coordination of consultants, attorneys, and subject-matter experts.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and performance related to development activities.
• Maintain organized project documentation and reporting for management.
• Performs other related duties as needed

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job consistent with client goals and expectations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level