Manager, Regulatory Compliance and Permitting

Ramboll•Arlington, PA

About The Position

Ramboll is seeking a highly motivated Manager to lead projects and tasks primarily in regulatory compliance and land use permitting. The role is part of the Environment and Health department and supports clients with a wide range of environmental challenges. Blue Bell, Pennsylvania is the preferred location; Princeton, New Jersey; Arlington, Virginia; Syracuse, New York; and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania are also considered. The Manager provides strategy, oversight, and direction for regulatory compliance, environmental permitting, and land use projects, including wetland permitting and Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401. The role leads preparation and review of local, state, and federal permitting documents, with an emphasis on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York rules and regulations. Responsibilities also include client and agency engagement, permitting analysis and application preparation, field survey management, and communicating recommendations to project stakeholders. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team and work with colleagues across a range of experience levels, with opportunities for coaching, mentoring, and continued professional development. The role requires at least 10 years of project or program management experience and at least 10 years of experience in land use permitting, wetland delineation, environmental site assessments, and natural resource consulting, along with an applicable undergraduate degree and extensive regulatory knowledge. The position offers a base salary range of $115,000 to $144,000 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. The role may also be eligible for bonus, overtime, or other compensation. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; sponsorship is not available. Pre-employment and client-required random drug screenings may apply.

Requirements

At least 10 years of project or program management experience.
At least 10 years of experience in land use permitting, wetland delineation, environmental site assessments, and natural resource consulting.
Extensive knowledge and experience in regulatory compliance and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including preparation of permit documents and reports under these programs.
Undergraduate degree in an applicable discipline, such as engineering, physical science, construction management, urban planning, or architecture.
Proven track record of sound decision-making, taking ownership, and delivering results in a leadership role.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

Provide project strategy, oversight, and direction for regulatory compliance, environmental permitting, and land use projects, including wetland permitting and Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401.
Lead preparation and review of local, state, and federal permitting documents, emphasizing U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York rules and regulations.
Lead client and agency meetings regarding land use permitting and associated activities.
Conduct and prepare permitting alternatives analyses, compliance statements, and application materials.
Conduct and manage field surveys, wetland delineations, and stream assessments, and prepare associated deliverables.
Present information to clients, Ramboll staff, subconsultants, stakeholders, and leaders to build alignment and develop strategic approaches to site development or infrastructure projects.