Senior Project Manager (Environmental Permitting)
About The Position
TRC is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Environmental Permitting to join their Planning, Permitting, and Licensing Practice in New York. This role is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of key permitting programs to support quality and strategic growth plans. The ideal candidate is passionate about their work, driven by intellectual curiosity, and strives to work collectively to best serve clients and help create the future of communities in meaningful and sustainable ways. They will be involved in a wide variety of energy-related projects including New York State electric transmission, natural gas pipeline, and renewable energy (wind/solar) generation projects. Demonstrated prior experience with Federal and State siting and permitting, with specific experience in Article VII and Part 102 permitting in New York is required. The position can report to the Liverpool, Clifton Park, Ithaca, West Seneca, or New York, NY office, and the individual may also work from varied locations within NY state.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, natural resources, biology, ecology, or related field.
- 5 to 10 years of post-degree environmental permitting experience in New York.
- Experience managing transmission line projects under New York State Article VII and Part 102 is required.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply environmental compliance and permitting regulations of applicable regulatory agencies, including New York Public Service Commission, NYSDEC, EPA, USACE, and FERC.
- Excellent verbal communication and technical communication skills are mandatory.
- Ability to maintain a positive attitude working under aggressive schedules.
- Strong ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
Nice To Haves
- Additional experience working on projects under New York State Article 10 and Section 94-c is a plus.
- Experience with SEQRA Permitting, New York State DEC Freshwater Wetlands Program, Federal Clean Water Act and FERC Certificates is also highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Preparation of documents associated with, and participation in the processes of New York State Article VII and Part 102, DEC Freshwater Wetlands Program, and USACE federal permitting. Similar experience with New York’s Article 10 and Section 94-c permitting and FERC is a plus.
- Preparation of permit applications, environmental documentation, Environmental Management and Construction Plans (EM&CPs), Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) documentation, and field data reports.
- Develop permitting strategies and schedules, participate in public meetings, negotiate with regulatory agencies, coordinate field work, direct and support other technical staff, interact in the field with clients, stakeholders and contractors, and manage budgets and invoicing.
- Preparation of clear and concise reports, procedures, correspondence, and other written materials.
- Preparation of environmental permits at the federal, state, and local levels.
- Serve as main point of contact for regulatory agencies.
- Review of environmental and municipal regulations to identify compliance requirements.
- Development of agency consultation packages and coordination with local and regional agencies.
- Abide by Company policies and procedures.
- Other duties and special projects as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
- 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
- Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
- A minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year for all full-time employees.
- Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence for all employees, including part-time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
