Senior Natural Resources Project Manager - FDOT Transportation Projects

ECS Florida, LLC; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead natural resource components of transportation projects. This role requires extensive experience in environmental consulting, particularly with FDOT projects. The successful candidate will manage project teams, ensure compliance with standards, and prepare crucial technical documentation. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development. Join a company committed to diversity and employee ownership, where your expertise will shape the future of environmental consulting.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Employee Ownership

Qualifications

• 10+ years in environmental consulting with FDOT experience.
• Strong understanding of state and federal permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage natural resource components of transportation projects.
• Prepare and review technical reports and environmental permit applications.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Natural Resource Consulting

Client Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Master's degree in related field

Tools

ArcGIS

GPS Data Collection

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

What You'll Do

Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team. This role is responsible for ensuring that all tasks on a project, from proposal to final invoice payment, are completed either by the individual or by subordinates. The Senior Project Manager will oversee the project's success and serve as the main client contact, embodying a positive customer service attitude and understanding ECS Core Values.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage natural resource components of FDOT transportation projects from planning through construction.
• Conduct and oversee ecological fieldwork, including wetland delineations, protected species surveys, and habitat assessments.
• Prepare and review technical reports such as NEPA documents, Natural Resources Evaluations, Wetland Evaluation Reports, Essential Fish Habitat assessments, and Endangered Species Biological Assessments.
• Guide the development of environmental permit applications, including ERP, USACE Section 404, and Section 10 permits.
• Coordinate with FDOT District Environmental Management Offices, water management districts, FDEP, USACE, USFWS, and NMFS.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring quality control and compliance with FDOT standards and schedules.
• Support business development activities, including proposal writing, client presentations, and strategic teaming.
• Mentor junior staff and foster technical excellence within the team.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree (10+ years of experience) or Master's degree (preferred) in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, or related field.
• 8-15+ years of progressive experience in natural resources consulting, with at least 5 years of direct FDOT project experience.
• Proven success managing FDOT PD&E and Design Phase natural resource efforts.
• Strong understanding of state and federal permitting, including ERP, USACE Section 404, ESA, and NEPA.
• Proficient in ArcGIS, GPS data collection, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the state for fieldwork and client meetings.

Who We Are

ECS Group of Companies (ECS), founded in 1988, is a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental, and facilities consulting services. With over 2,800 employees across more than 100 offices, ECS is employee-owned and ranked highly in industry lists. We offer comprehensive benefits including paid time off, health insurance, retirement plans, and more. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.