Environmental and Permitting Manager

LaBella Associates; Village of Brewster (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Program

Team Building Events

Community Service Events

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm in Brewster, NY is seeking a mid-level Environmental and Permitting Manager to oversee permitting tasks on utility projects. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Environmental Science or a related field and at least 3-5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing environmental aspects of projects, coordinating with regulatory bodies, and mentoring junior staff. This role offers a flexible work schedule and various benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of permitting experience in related fields.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental and permitting aspects of projects.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and develop permit applications.
• Manage and mentor junior staff while meeting project deadlines.

Skills

Permitting experience

Client-service skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

BS in Environmental Science or related field

MS preferred

Job description

Base pay range

$62,000.00/yr - $74,000.00/yr

We are seeking a mid‑level Environmental and Permitting Manager in NY in our Environmental Division’s Permitting and Compliance department. The Manager will work directly for a client on gas and electric distribution, transmission, and substation utility projects and will manage all permitting and environmental tasks on utility projects.

Duties

• Lead environmental and permitting aspects of projects (wetland/stream impacts, stormwater, threatened and endangered species, historical/cultural impacts, spoils, rights‑of‑way, railroads, municipal site plan, planning, zoning; Article VII/VIII, Part 102, Article 10/94c, etc.)
• Work as part of the Environmental Permitting and Compliance team within the utility
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and develop permit applications
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Perform environmental and permitting desktop project reviews
• Direct other consulting firms on environmental and permitting work; occasionally develop RFPs
• Independently manage tasks and meet project deliverable schedules while also functioning as a team member
• Manage and mentor junior staff

Qualifications

• BS in Environmental Science, Biology, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field; MS preferred
• Minimum 3‑5 years of permitting experience (utility, renewable, urban planning, municipal, environmental, etc.)
• Highly motivated with excellent client‑service skills and a collaborative attitude
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Organized, multi‑tasker capable of meeting deadlines
• Proficient in reviewing, editing, and QA/QC for permitting and environmental deliverables
• Occasional fieldwork and travel within NY required
• Fast‑paced environmental consulting/utility environment
• Salary commensurate with experience

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

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