Project Manager - Natural Resources

TRC Companies, Inc. • Baton Rouge, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

TRC, a Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm recognized as a top design firm in the energy sector. TRC and WSP together employ over 83,000 experts who contribute to positive, long-lasting impacts in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. The company is seeking a Project Manager to join its Planning, Permitting and Licensing practice in Baton Rouge, LA, to support a growing energy practice (oil and gas, data centers, renewables). TRC is known for combining science with technology to create innovative solutions and values its staff's expertise, rewarding performance and investing in career development through training and certifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science/Arts degree in biology or a related field (e.g., ecology, wildlife biology, aquatic biology, botany, zoology, environmental science, natural resources management).
• 10 to 15 years of experience performing and managing environmental planning, permitting, and licensing projects with a focus on energy projects.
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and client management skills.
• Demonstrated ability in leading and managing complex projects.
• Goal-oriented, quality-focused, and demonstrated success in creating and fostering a team environment.
• Local regulatory experience in the Southeast with USACE, USFWS, State Wildlife and Natural Resource Agencies, and Local Governments.
• NEPA experience completing Environmental Assessments and/or Environmental Impact Statements.
• Demonstrated experience as a primary author on natural resources reports for various agencies and project types/sizes.
• Proven track record with business development, business management, and oversight of regional businesses.
• Experience managing cross-disciplinary scientific and engineering teams and front-end project development projects.
• Strong business acumen and attributes.
• Commitment to TRC Values: Safety, Quality, Integrity, Creativity, Accountability, Teamwork, and Passion.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental reports and complex field and desktop assessments, and environmental permitting.
• Maintain quality and profitability on TRC’s projects.
• Develop, monitor, and adhere to budgets, scopes, and schedules for managed tasks and projects.
• Lead solicitation requests in collaboration with technical teams, operations, and market directors.
• Manage medium to large-scale, often multi-disciplinary projects and maintain productive client relationships.
• Lead FERC Environmental Reporting efforts.
• Lead applicant-prepared and/or third-party environmental planning pertaining to NEPA for project advancement, including Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements.
• Lead permitting efforts with USACE wetland/stream delineations, CWA Section 404 permitting, and ESA threatened and endangered species habitat assessments.
• Lead state and local permitting efforts.
• Mentor and coach staff on technical delivery, quality, and project financials.
• Sell environmental planning and permitting services for energy clients, and when feasible, sell all of TRC’s Sector Services (OneTRC).
• Travel out-of-town approximately 25% of work time.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package with traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off (15 to 25 days per year, contingent upon employment status and seniority).
• A minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with state laws for all employees (including part-time).
• Jurisdiction-specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

What This Job Offers

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