Senior Environmental Project Manager

ICF • San Antonio, TX

1d • Remote

About The Position

ICF's Texas office is seeking a motivated and growth-focused Senior Environmental Project Manager to lead sales and delivery of environmental services for infrastructure projects, both in Texas and across the US. This role is ideal for environmental professionals who value scientific rigor, objective analysis, and regulatory expertise, and who seek a collaborative team environment with a strong work-life balance and a culture of integrity. It also appeals to those from government agencies looking for the faster pace, project diversity, and entrepreneurial opportunities of consulting, within a company committed to building a more prosperous and resilient world.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Policy and Planning, Environmental Sciences, Biology/Ecology/Marine Sciences, or other related fields.
• 10+ years of experience in environmental consulting or applicable fields (industry, government, academia).
• At least 7+ years delivering environmental planning/permitting projects.
• 5+ years of demonstrated sales and capture experience, including recent success capturing and delivering projects for energy, water, utility, transmission, or state and local government clients.
• Experience with applicable environmental consulting practices and environmental laws.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Environmental Policy and Planning, Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences, or other related fields.
• Lives in Texas and has significant experience working with local clients, species, and regulations.
• Business mindset with an eye toward client engagement and growth.
• Experience managing or conducting technical studies and providing regulatory guidance for infrastructure projects in Texas.
• Experience with federal, state, and local regulations and resource agencies and developing effective and efficient permitting and environmental regulatory strategies.
• Experience with common project management tools and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and train technical specialists.
• Ability to develop and present clear solutions to complex problems to clients and regulators.
• Strong technical writing skills and ability to conduct QA/QC reviews of deliverables and provide feedback to technical staff.
• Experience leading project teams.

Responsibilities

• Leverage, nurture and expand client relationships to identify and win opportunities.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams in addressing environmental compliance challenges.
• Collaborate with clients and industry experts to develop innovative solutions for environmental compliance.
• Guide the delivery of environmental analyses, technical studies, permits, and compliance strategies.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with clients, agencies, teaming partners, interested parties, and technical experts.
• Apply expert project management skills to ensure continual progress from budget, schedule, and technical delivery perspectives.
• Leverage curiosity and agility to tackle current challenges and position for future opportunities.
• Drive growth and sales with clients developing infrastructure projects.
• Build client relationships, identify and develop opportunities, and prepare winning proposals.
• Manage environmental compliance projects involving a wide range of technical field studies, analyses, and regulatory and permitting tasks.
• Support and/or lead regional or national projects in areas of technical expertise.
• Provide senior-level expertise, technical guidance, and writing for complex projects involving the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, and other federal and state laws.
• Lead and participate in agency consultations to determine and advise on efficient and effective permitting strategies.
• Mentor, train, and guide junior and mid-level staff.
• Bring strategic thinking to solve client challenges paired with humility for continual learning and growth.

Benefits

• ICF offers a competitive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, paid holidays, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees