Managing Environmental Planner

Anchor QEA • Tacoma, WA

40d

About The Position

Lead project teams in the development and implementation of environmental planning and permitting strategies for a variety of projects related to land use planning, port and waterfront redevelopment, and transportation and energy infrastructure siting. You will oversee the development of technical studies and environmental assessments and interact with clients, agencies, and other consultant teams to help develop important projects focusing on the Pacific Northwest.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with 12+ years of relevant experience, preferably including environmental consulting experience
• Experienced in developing environmental documentation related to: NEPA and SEPA Endangered Species Act Clean Water Act, Section 404/Section 401 Section 4(f) of the U.S. Department of Transportation Act Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act Coastal Zone Management Act Section 10 Rivers and Harbors Act Hydraulic Project Approvals Aquatic Use Authorizations Forest Practices Washington Growth Management Act, Shoreline Management Act, Critical Areas, and zoning
• Experience managing projects and leading teams of people
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Able to effectively balance workload to accommodate project schedules and deliverables
• Experience in leading proposals for competitive pursuits of new projects

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of environmental impact statements in accordance with the Washington State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
• Oversee the preparation of permit application materials, by providing vision and guidance for staff on the review and interpretation of land use and development codes and regulatory agency requirements
• Act as the primary interface with clients, agencies, and other consultant team members regarding project strategies, technical approach and implementation schedules
• Develop and manage project scopes of work, budgets, and schedules
• Contribute meaningfully to Anchor QEA’s pipeline by leading or supporting competitive project pursuits, helping develop growth strategies, and serving as a subject matter expert on proposals, where applicable

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurance
• 7 paid company and 2 floating holidays annually
• 3 weeks accrued paid vacation based on length of service
• 80 hours annually Sick and Safe Time
• 401k plan with an employer match
• Annual Bonus
• Billable Time Bonus
• Spot Bonus
• Milestone Anniversary Bonus
• Receiving Professional License/Certification Bonus
• Peer-reviewed Publication Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees