Permitting Compliance Manager

Arcadis•New York, NY

6h•$120,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Permitting Compliance Manager helps ensure that a project meets environmental, regulatory, and permitting requirements throughout its lifecycle. The role oversees coordination, implementation, and monitoring of compliance with federal, state, and local permits and regulations, as well as project-specific environmental commitments. It requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and collaboration across disciplines to fulfill the project’s environmental stewardship and regulatory obligations. The manager oversees project permits, approvals, and regulatory requirements; serves as the primary contact between the project team and regulatory agencies on permitting and compliance matters; and provides guidance to project teams, contractors, and consultants. The role also establishes compliance monitoring procedures, prepares required reports, maintains records, collaborates with agencies and stakeholders, and supports public outreach on environmental and permitting matters.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline.
At least 5–7 years of experience supporting large-scale infrastructure projects in environmental permitting, compliance management, or related roles.
Strong understanding of USACE federal, NYSDEC and NJDEP state, and local environmental laws and regulations.
Experience preparing permit applications, conducting environmental reviews, and monitoring compliance.
Strong organizational and project management skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop clear, concise reports and presentations.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and compliance tracking software and tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing permitting and compliance for large-scale transportation or infrastructure projects.
Familiarity with permitting processes in New York and New Jersey.

Responsibilities

Oversee the management and tracking of project permits, approvals, and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local permits.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including USACE, NJDEP, and NYSDEC requirements.
Support agency consultation with USFWS and NMFS.
Serve as the primary contact between the project team and regulatory agencies on permitting and compliance matters.
Provide project teams, contractors, and consultants with technical guidance and oversight on permitting requirements and compliance.
Establish and implement compliance monitoring procedures to ensure project activities meet environmental commitments and permit conditions.
Prepare and submit regulatory compliance reports required by permits and project agreements.
Maintain detailed, accurate, and accessible records of permitting and compliance activities.
Collaborate with regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and community groups to address permitting and compliance concerns.
Support public outreach on the project’s environmental and permitting matters.