Environmental Assistant Project Manager

STV; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Environmental Assistant Project Manager to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to manage NEPA environmental documents and collaborate with talented professionals in environmental planning and engineering. As a key contributor, you will guide junior staff, establish client relations, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. The position promises a flexible work location and a chance to make a significant impact on the communities served. If you're passionate about environmental conservation and eager to grow in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Continuing education

Professional memberships

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with NEPA documentation for transportation projects.
• Practical knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Strong environmental writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support preparation of NEPA environmental documents.
• Assist clients with agency permits and maintain client relations.
• Serve as a technical resource and mentor junior staff.

Skills

NEPA documentation

Environmental writing

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences

Master’s degree in an environmental field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

GIS

Job description

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STV is growing and has an immediate opening for a highly motivated environmental professional looking to expand as an Environmental Assistant Project Manager / Lead Biologist. Location is flexible – any of our Texas office locations.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to manage and support the preparation of a variety of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) environmental documents and work closely with our Environmental Planning & Permitting and Engineering teams to make a significant impact on the communities we serve.

Environmental Project Manager Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and managing all aspects of small projects and supporting larger environmental projects and processes (e.g., technical studies, NEPA CEs and EAs).
• Assist public and private clients with agency permits.
• Define the level of environmental analysis required. Coordinate the work of professional staff on projects.
• Guide and mentor junior staff.
• Establish and maintain client relations; involved with marketing, proposal development, scope and fee preparation, and document production.
• Participate in reviews with governing agencies for compliance. Lead preparation for and participate in public meetings and hearings.
• Serve as a technical resource, assign work to staff, and coordinate workload to ensure timely completion of documents.
• Author and review state and federal permit applications (e.g., USFWS, USACE, TPWD).
• May include fieldwork such as wetland delineations or habitat assessments. Some travel may be required.
• Serve as the team’s biological and water resource technical expert (Section 404 jurisdiction, coordination levels, etc.).
• Track financial aspects of projects and coordinate workload with team and subconsultants to meet schedules.
• Collaborate with the Department Manager and Senior PMs for project reviews and with management as needed.
• Stay updated on changing regulatory laws and practices.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, wildlife management, transportation planning, biology, environmental planning, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with NEPA documentation for transportation projects and permitting.
• Practical knowledge of environmental regulations: Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, Environmental Justice, Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, among others.
• Experience with NEPA CEs, EAs, and TxDOT projects.
• Expertise in water or biological resources, including wetlands delineation and threatened/endangered species.
• Experience as primary author of Section 404/10 permits and contributions to USFWS consultations.
• Coordination experience with USACE as permit applicant.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong environmental writing and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and research abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an environmental field.
• Permit holder for listed species.
• GIS experience.
• PWS or CWB certifications.
• TxDOT environmental pre-certifications.
• Experience authoring multiple Section 404/10 permits and USACE permits.
• Experience preparing Biological Evaluations or Assessments with USFWS concurrence or biological opinions.

Compensation Range

$72,290.42 - $96,387.22

We encourage applicants who may not meet all requirements to apply, as we value diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) plan and retirement counseling
• Paid time off, holidays, parental leave
• Continuing education and professional memberships