Senior Project Manager-Natural Resources

Terracon • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

Terracon is seeking an experienced Natural Resources Senior Project Manager to lead technical work and project delivery for environmental planning, permitting, and natural resource projects throughout the Carolinas and Virginia. The position manages project scope, schedules, budgets, forecasts, resources, subcontractors, risks, safety, quality, and financial performance, while coordinating multidisciplinary teams and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships. The role also supports business development and growth of the firm's regional natural resources practice, mentors staff, and provides senior technical expertise in environmental compliance. Work includes preparing and reviewing NEPA documentation and environmental reports; managing wetland and stream delineations and Clean Water Act Section 404/401 permitting; supporting wetland and stream mitigation; and conducting protected-species habitat assessments, surveys, and Section 7 consultations. The role involves periodic overnight travel throughout the Carolinas and Virginia, as well as outdoor fieldwork in varied weather and challenging terrain.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline practiced by the Firm, such as Environmental Science or Natural Resources, or a similar field, plus at least 10 years of related experience; alternatively, at least 14 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment while maintaining commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions and challenging terrain for field assignments.
• Periodic overnight travel throughout the Carolinas and Virginia.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.
• Ability to evaluate regulations and guidelines and apply requirements to client deliverables.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) credential or similar professional registration or certification relevant to the services and projects managed.
• Authorized Project Reviewer status.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, schedule, and budget with the client or NAM.
• Lead client and stakeholder interactions and account for their goals in project execution.
• Develop, communicate, and implement project plans.
• Lead project safety efforts, prepare and comply with approved safety plans, model safe practices, and promote pre-task planning.
• Resolve operational problems, minimize delays, identify project needs, and secure resources.
• Prepare designs and work specifications; develop schedules, budgets, and forecasts; and select materials, equipment, staff, and contractors.
• Estimate project costs, resources, and time; forecast expenditures; and manage scope and schedule to meet budgets.
• Monitor project activities, allocate resources, assign tasks, and coordinate with other departments or offices to secure specialized resources.
• Conduct project meetings and prepare reports communicating project status to project teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Coach and mentor project staff and help them solve problems.
• Coordinate with APRs to ensure appropriate oversight and sufficient time for quality reviews; engage APRs at project onset.
• Coordinate with accounting on financial management, invoicing, and collections.
• Identify project risks, understand company risk policies, and take steps to protect the company.
• Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement, and monitor quality standards and practices.
• Manage data collection, coordination, and preparation of NEPA documentation and environmental reports as needed.
• Manage and conduct wetland and stream delineations in accordance with regulatory guidelines and industry practices, and prepare reports documenting findings and boundaries.
• Manage preparation and submission of Clean Water Act Section 404/401 permit applications and coordinate with regulatory agencies.
• Develop and implement wetland and stream mitigation plans, and oversee mitigation sites, including permittee-responsible mitigation and mitigation banking.
• Conduct protected-species habitat assessments and presence/absence surveys, and coordinate with wildlife biologists and other experts on species considerations.
• Lead natural resources projects and coordinate interdisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to meet project goals and schedules.
• Communicate with clients to understand objectives, address concerns, and provide project updates; provide a strong client experience.
• Prepare professional deliverables documenting assessment results and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct site visits, field observations, and field data collection outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Evaluate regulations and guidelines and apply requirements to client deliverables.
• Develop written client proposals and coordinate quality assurance approvals by senior-level professionals.
• Participate in client meetings and communications as a team member when needed.
• Support other service areas across Terracon’s Southeast division.
• Review and approve invoices, prepare and negotiate change orders, support collections, and maintain accountability for project financial performance.
• Build and maintain client relationships, support business development, and help expand the firm's regional natural resources practice.
• Provide cross-training opportunities and foster a collaborative team environment focused on technical excellence and client service.

What This Job Offers

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