Environmental Manager

CBRE Government & Defense Services; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Government and Defense is seeking an experienced Environmental Project Manager to lead compliance for airport modernization efforts in the DC metro area. You will coordinate NEPA processes, interface with FAA environmental offices and authorities, and drive permitting and mitigation planning to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires a 5–7 year track record in environmental project management, a related Bachelor's degree, and readiness to travel up to 25%. Local candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety or similar education.
• 5–7 years' experience in an environmental project manager or similar role.
• Preferred: OSHA certifications.
• Highly preferred: candidates local to DC/MD/VA area.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental compliance activities for airport construction projects, ensuring NEPA and FAA/regulatory adherence.
• Coordinate environmental assessments, EAs, EISs and categorical exclusions.
• Serve as primary liaison with FAA offices, airport authorities, and regulatory agencies.
• Develop and maintain environmental permitting roadmap covering wetlands, stormwater, hazardous materials, and cultural resources.

Skills

EMS experience

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Environmental risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Job description

Primary Job Functions

• Lead environmental compliance activities for airport construction and modernization projects, ensuring adherence to NEPA, FAA Orders, and federal/state/local regulations.
• Coordinate environmental assessments and impact studies, including categorical exclusions, environmental assessments (EAs), and environmental impact statements (EISs).
• Serve as primary liaison with FAA environmental offices, airport authorities, and regulatory agencies, managing approvals and documentation.
• Develop and maintain environmental permitting roadmap, covering wetlands, stormwater, hazardous materials, and cultural resource requirements.
• Integrate environmental considerations into project planning and design, advising on siting, construction methods, and mitigation strategies.
• Track and manage environmental permits and approvals using centralized dashboards; proactively resolve delays or deficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with airport-specific environmental protocols, including noise abatement, wildlife hazard management, and sustainability initiatives.
• Prepare and deliver environmental documentation (reports, checklists, mitigation plans) for FAA and stakeholder review.
• Monitor changes in environmental regulations and FAA guidance, advising leadership on impacts to project delivery.
• Support site assessments and facility condition evaluations by identifying environmental risks and recommending mitigation measures.
• Report regularly to senior leadership and FAA stakeholders on environmental compliance status, risks, and mitigation strategies.

Education, Experience and Certification

• REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety or similar education.
• REQUIRED: 5-7 years' Experience in an environmental project manager or similar role.
• Preferred: OSHA certifications
• Highly Preferred: Candidates local to the DC, MD and VA area

Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with Environmental Management Systems (EMSs)
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and federal energy laws and policy (including energy and water reduction requirements and renewable energy requirements) that are applicable to operations similar to those of this contract, including but not limited to:
  • Hazardous Waste Management and Spill Response
  • Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures (SPCC) management

Travel Requirements

• Occasional Travel (up to 25%)

Disclaimer

CBRE Government and Defense is thrilled at the opportunity for you to apply to one of our roles. The base salary range for this position is $110,000- $130,000. This position may also be eligible for a wide range of competitive benefits that can include but not limited to: medical, well-being, financial planning and short-term incentives benefits.

This description is not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of the accountabilities of the job described. Rather, it describes the general nature of the job. In addition, some aspects of this job may change over time, according to business needs, and these changes may not be recorded immediately. The requirements stated represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify and satisfactorily perform this job.

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