Alaska Consulting Director — Permitting & Sustainability

Seeds Renewables; Alaska; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a Consulting Director, Scientist or Engineer in Alaska to spearhead major infrastructure and energy projects. The role involves shaping the organization's growth, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Candidates should possess strong project management skills, extensive experience in Alaska's regulatory landscape, and a passion for sustainable development. Offering unique challenges, this position requires travel within Alaska and is key to advancing low-carbon energy initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management, licensing, and permitting experience for major capital projects in Alaska or the Pacific Northwest.
• Proven expertise in NEPA and Alaska-specific environmental regulations.
• Ability to travel within Alaska and occasionally outside the state (approx. 10%).

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor, guiding clients through permitting and compliance.
• Mentor and grow a multidisciplinary team while overseeing Alaska office operations.
• Direct complex permitting programs for renewable energy projects.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Business development

Environmental compliance

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental science, engineering, planning, or related discipline

15+ years of equivalent experience

Tools

GIS

Job description

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a Consulting Director, Scientist or Engineer in Alaska to spearhead major infrastructure and energy projects. The role involves shaping the organization's growth, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Candidates should possess strong project management skills, extensive experience in Alaska's regulatory landscape, and a passion for sustainable development. Offering unique challenges, this position requires travel within Alaska and is key to advancing low-carbon energy initiatives.