Environmental Project Manager - NEPA Lead

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to lead NEPA compliance projects. This role involves directing multidisciplinary teams, managing project budgets, and ensuring successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills and a background in environmental science. Join a collaborative team that values diversity and offers growth opportunities as you tackle some of the world's greatest challenges in environmental planning. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and possess the required qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in environmental project management.
• Proven experience managing NEPA processes for transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate multidisciplinary teams throughout project lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain client relations and manage project budgets.

Skills

Project Management

NEPA Compliance

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Environmental Project Manager - NEPA Lead - ( 178203 )

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Project Manager Environmental, we'll count on you to:

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project’s lifecycle (from development and initiation to close-out)
• Responsible for all aspects of complex small to medium projects or larger projects requiring NEPA compliance
• Produce and coordinate several small to medium projects concurrently
• Establish and maintain client relations, and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development in conjunction with other staff and stakeholders
• Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle, and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule
• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to budget and schedule
• Work with the Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews
• Implement QA/QC procedures
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science or closely related field
• 7 years experience in related field
• A minimum 2 years project management experience
• Proven experience managing the NEPA process for transportation projects
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NEPA projects for other types of projects, in addition to transportation projects
• Demonstrated knowledge of NEPA and the environmental process
• Experience managing EA/EIS projects
• PMP certification
• At least 8 years experience in NEPA environmental documentation, regulatory compliance and permitting in Pacific Northwest. Familiarity with the suite of technical disciplines required to support environmental review and permitting in (e.g. land use, natural resources, cultural resources).

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Primary Location

United States-Washington-Bellevue

Other Locations

United States-Washington-Everett, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Washington-Gig Harbor

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Environmental Sci and Planning

Job Posting

Jan 11, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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