Director, Planning & Environmental Review, Real Estate

Empire State Development, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Empire State Development, LLC is seeking a senior environmental planning professional to manage and review environmental documentation for a broad portfolio of projects. The role requires leading CEQR/SEQR/NEPA processes, coordinating with multiple agencies, and guiding consultants to deliver compliant environmental reviews.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in urban planning or environmental science with at least seven years of relevant experience, along with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in urban planning, environmental science, or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in planning and environmental analysis with strong CEQR, SEQR and NEPA background.
• Strong written and spoken communication, organizational and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist in preparing, conducting and reviewing environmental documentation including assessments, EIS, and related studies for a large portfolio of ESD’s real estate and funding projects.
• Conduct environmental reviews under CEQR, SEQR and NEPA and ensure documentation compliance.
• Oversee consultants’ preparation of environmental review documents and coordinate with project teams.
• Coordinate with agencies on environmental review and regulatory requirements.
• Manage consultant procurements, contracts and invoices and monitor compliance with environmental measures.
• Support planning needs including master planning, community engagement, and feasibility studies.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Project coordination

Education

Master’s degree in urban planning / environmental science

Tools

SmartDraw

Monday.com

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

• Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
• This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.
• Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

Description

• Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
• This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.
• Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

Duties Description

• Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
• This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.
• Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

Basic Function

Manage and assist in preparing, conducting and reviewing environmental documentation including the preparation of environmental assessments, environmental impact statements, and related studies for a large portfolio of ESD’s real estate and funding projects.

Work Performed

• Manage and assist in conducting environmental review processes and reviewing related documentation for ESD’s real estate and funding projects. This includes but is not limited to following requirements or guidelines under the New York State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR), City Environmental Quality Review (CEQR), State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA), and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
• Prepare environmental documentation for compliance with SEQR, SHPA and/or other laws and requirements as and when necessary.
• Oversee and manage consultants’ preparation of environmental review documents, coordinate with project team, and provide guidance as necessary.
• Manage agency coordination by consulting with interested or involved agencies on environmental review and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage consultant procurements, contracts and invoices.
• Monitor compliance with project environmental measures.
• Support agency’s planning and environmental review needs including master planning, development team selection, community engagement, preparation of planning, market and feasibility studies, and on other related activities.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education Level Required: Master’s degree in urban planning, environmental science, or equivalent.

Relevant Experience Required: Minimum 7 years of experience in planning and environmental analysis with strong background in conducting environmental review under CEQR, SEQR and NEPA.

Knowledge Required: Strong written and spoken communication, organizational and project coordination skills required. Background in urban and regional planning or a related field is preferred with strong knowledge and experience in performing environmental reviews under CEQR, SEQR and/or NEPA while working with public agencies and other stakeholders. Additional skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and project planning and management tools (e.g., SmartDraw, Monday.com).

Additional Comments

Salary range as specified.

Comprehensive Benefits Package.