Energy & Natural Resources Project Manager

TRC Companies, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick, family, and disabilityLeave

Job summary

TRC Companies, Inc. in Houston, TX seeks a Project Manager to join the Planning, Permitting and Licensing practice. You will manage environmental reports, permitting, and multi-disciplinary project delivery in the energy sector, including NEPA, USACE permitting, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 10–15 years of experience, strong client management, and a track record in leading complex energy projects. Travel up to 25% may be needed; relocation not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in biology or related field (ecology, wildlife, environmental science, natural resources).
• 10–15 years of experience in environmental planning, permitting, and licensing for energy projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication and client management; proven leadership of complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental reports, complex field and desktop assessments, and permitting.
• Maintain quality and profitability on TRC projects; manage budget, scope, and schedule.
• Lead RFP responses with technical teams and market directors; oversee multi-disciplinary projects.
• Lead NEPA planning and prepare Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements.
• Oversee USACE wetland/stream delineations, CWA Section 404, ESA habitat assessments, and state/local permitting.
• Mentor staff on technical delivery, quality, and project financials.
• Support business development and cross-sell TRC services to energy clients.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Leadership

Business development

Cross-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science/Arts in biology or related field

Job description

TRC Companies, Inc. in Houston, TX seeks a Project Manager to join the Planning, Permitting and Licensing practice. You will manage environmental reports, permitting, and multi-disciplinary project delivery in the energy sector, including NEPA, USACE permitting, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 10–15 years of experience, strong client management, and a track record in leading complex energy projects. Travel up to 25% may be needed; relocation not required.