Environmental and NEPA Project Manager

Volkert; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) with employer matching

Paid Time Off and holidays

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Employer-Paid short-term & long-term  

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Volkert is seeking an Environmental and NEPA Manager to support our Gulf operations in Alabama. The role requires at least 5 years of transportation/NEPA planning experience and a strong background in environmental studies.

You will prepare NEPA studies, coordinate with internal teams, and lead public involvement while managing projects to meet budget, schedule, and quality goals. GIS experience is a plus and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Planning, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in transportation/NEPA planning.
• GIS experience is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory MVR.

Responsibilities

• Prepare NEPA studies for CE, EA, and EIS for transportation projects.
• Coordinate with internal project teams.
• Perform site visits for projects as required.
• Lead public involvement for environmental projects.
• Manage projects to meet budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Assist in business development for environmental projects.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

B.S./M.S. in Planning or Environmental Science

Tools

GIS

Job description

Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Environmental and NEPA Manager to support our Gulf located in Alabama.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have at minimum 5 years' experience in transportation/NEPA planning.

What you’ll be doing:

• Prepare NEPA studies for federally funded projects, including Categorical Exclusions (CE), Environmental Assessments (EA), Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for various transportation project types and sizes
• Coordinate with internal project teams
• Perform site visits for projects as required
• Lead public involvement efforts for environmental projects
• Manage projects to achieve budget, schedule, and quality requirements
• Assist in business development for environmental projects

What you need to have:

• B.S. or M.S. in Planning, Environmental Science, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in transportation/NEPA planning required
• GIS experience is a plus
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaborative team skills are required
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
• Valid driver’s license
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

Key Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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