Project Manager, NEPA

RK&K•Raleigh, NC

13h

About The Position

RK&K is seeking a Project Manager to support project development and environmental compliance within our Planning Group. Since 1923, RK&K has provided planning, engineering, environmental, and construction services for the public and private sectors. We have an exceptional record of leading project development, NEPA-compliance, and permitting for a wide range of vital transportation projects. As an Project Manger at RK&K, you will work with a multidisciplinary team to conduct and support project development, environmental analysis/compliance, interagency coordination, resiliency, and public outreach services for infrastructure projects in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other applicable state/federal requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental or Biological Sciences, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field
8 - 15 years of experience performing environmental assessments, community impact assessments, environmental permitting/analysis, transportation project development, transportation planning, community/urban planning, and/or resiliency/sustainability planning
Previous internship experience working on projects that require compliance with state and/or federal regulations
Excellent verbal, technical writing, and computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office and ArcGIS
Kind, empathetic, respectful/sensitive to others, and a good listener in support of community/stakeholder engagement and building strong teams
Adept at research and problem-solving
Detail oriented, energetic, and highly reliable with a strong work ethic
Able to thrive in either a team environment or independently

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental or Biological Science, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Engineer Intern (EI), or other professional credentials, or intended advancement toward credentials

Responsibilities

Supports NEPA-compliance (planning/decision-making/environmental review process), resiliency planning efforts, and other state/federal requirements for public infrastructure projects by conducting research, evaluating project alternatives, and preparing documents.
Assists with coordination of engineers, design teams, and a wide range of environmental disciplines (e.g., cultural resources, natural resources, community resources, air, noise, and hazardous materials) to develop alternatives, assess and minimize impacts, and support decision-making.
Aids in the completion of studies in compliance with NEPA, Environmental Justice, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 4(f) of the US Department of Transportation Act, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission requirements, and other related state and federal regulations.
Helps develop public involvement programs, community/stakeholder outreach materials, and comment summaries/responses.