Environmental Planning & Permitting Lead — Hybrid Role

Mannik Smith Group; Murfreesboro (TN); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Flexible work schedule

Hybrid work schedule

401(k) Plan and Match

Health, vision and dental insurance

Job summary

Mannik Smith Group is seeking an Environmental Planning and Permitting Lead in Murfreesboro, TN. You will lead business development, manage projects and guide a team in the environmental planning and permitting domain.

The role requires 10+ years in NEPA/permitting, strong regulatory knowledge, and ability to collaborate with agencies and clients to deliver compliant projects. Hybrid work options and competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Civil Engineering, Biology, Archaeology, Geology, Natural or Environmental Sciences or related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience in NEPA and/or permitting.
• Ability to review environmental documents for technical and regulatory completeness.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NEPA levels and environmental permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the business development, operations and production effort for Environmental Planning and Permitting market.
• Prepare fee proposals, scope of work, budgeting and invoicing.
• Assist in development of NEPA documents and permit applications.
• Guide staff in environmental planning and permitting and manage client relations.
• Ensure projects comply with local, state and federal guidelines and codes.
• Hire and mentor junior staff; act as contact for Environmental Planning & Permitting.
• Develop project work plans, manage projects and client relationships.

Skills

NEPA expertise

Permitting

Leadership

Business Development

Client Management

Project Management

Production oversight

GIS

MS Office

Adobe products

Regulatory interpretation

Education

BS/MS in Civil Engineering, Biology, Archaeology, Geology, Natural or Environmental Sciences or related field

Tools

MS Office

Adobe

GIS

Job description

Mannik Smith Group is seeking an Environmental Planning and Permitting Lead in Murfreesboro, TN. You will lead business development, manage projects and guide a team in the environmental planning and permitting domain.

The role requires 10+ years in NEPA/permitting, strong regulatory knowledge, and ability to collaborate with agencies and clients to deliver compliant projects. Hybrid work options and competitive compensation offered.