Environmental and NEPA Project Manager

Volkert Inc.; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness incentives

Student debt match

Job summary

Volkert Inc. seeks an experienced Environmental and NEPA Manager to support projects in Alabama. This role focuses on NEPA planning for transportation projects, coordinating with internal teams, and leading public involvement to ensure project quality, budget, and schedule.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in transportation/NEPA planning, a B.S. or M.S. in Planning or Environmental Science, GIS experience (a plus), and a valid driver's license with a clean MVR.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in transportation/NEPA planning required.
• B.S. or M.S. in Planning, Environmental Science, or related field.
• GIS experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaborative team skills are required.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and maintain safe work practices.
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

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

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

"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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