Environmental Project Manager

Freese and Nichols; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to join their dedicated team in Florida. This role is pivotal in leading and delivering impactful environmental projects that enhance local communities and ecosystems. With over 8 years of experience, you will be instrumental in managing diverse projects, from wetland ecology to stormwater management, while fostering client relationships and mentoring emerging professionals. The company prides itself on a collaborative culture that values professional growth and community impact, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about environmental stewardship and project leadership.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Paid Overtime

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in leading environmental projects.
• Knowledge of USACE, EPA, and FDEP regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop client relationships and win environmental projects.
• Manage projects in wetland ecology, stormwater, and wildlife biology.
• Lead and mentor junior scientists and engineers.

Skills

Environmental Science

Natural Resource Management

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Technical Writing

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor’s degree in Biology

Bachelor’s degree in Geology

Job description

Freese and Nichols, Inc. (FNI) has an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Project Manager to help grow our practice throughout Florida. This position can be located in our Tampa, Orlando or Jacksonville offices. Join FNI and help grow a team dedicated to delivering projects that improve our environment and the communities we serve. The successful candidate should have 8+ years’ experience assisting with and leading projects with a focus on environmental science and permitting, natural resource management, or similar disciplines. This is a seller-doer role with an emphasis on client service and technical expertise. The primary responsibility will be to help win, lead, and successfully deliver environmental based projects in Florida, but will also assist our environmental and coastal science teams with projects throughout the Gulf Coast and beyond.

When you join FNI as an Environmental Project Manager you will:

1. Develop and maintain client relationships, identify and help win environmental based projects that improve our environment and the communities we serve.
2. Manage environmental science and natural resource projects in a wide variety of disciplines that may include, but are not limited to: wetland ecology and permitting, stormwater management and permitting, water resource/quality, wildlife biology, natural resource management and restoration, and coastal resilience.
3. Lead and mentor rising scientists and engineers.
4. Coordinate with and support work within other FNI groups and disciplines.
5. Build teaming relationships with other firms and organizations that create successful project opportunities.

Qualifications

Required:

1. Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, geology, or related discipline.
2. 8+ years’ professional experience with majority of time spent leading teams and projects.
3. Working knowledge of USACE, EPA, and FDEP regulatory and permitting processes.
4. Works well in a team environment, is responsive, and has strong communication and technical writing skills.

At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We’ve built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.