Environmental Project Manager - Permitting & Compliance

Kinetic Staffing LLC; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Relocation assistance package

Job summary

Kinetic Staffing LLC is assisting a client seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex environmental and construction projects across Mississippi and the Southern US. This role focuses on planning through completion, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.

The ideal candidate will have a strong project management background, familiarity with environmental permitting and regulatory compliance, and PMP certification is a plus; training is available for the right leader.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of combined education and project management experience in construction, environmental consulting, civil or environmental engineering, natural resource management, or a related technical field.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• PMP certification is a plus; experience with environmental permitting and regulatory frameworks is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex environmental consulting projects from planning through completion.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate environmental assessments, permitting, regulatory compliance, and due diligence activities.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight for specialized environmental assessments, delineations, and regulatory documentation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and provide guidance to technical staff throughout all phases of a project.
• Review technical reports, project documentation, and regulatory submissions for quality and accuracy.
• Support site selection and environmental planning efforts for construction and economic development projects.
• Identify project risks and develop practical solutions to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Technical writing

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, civil engineering, environmental engineering, natural resource management, or a related field

Tools

GIS

Job description

Kinetic Staffing LLC is assisting a client seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex environmental and construction projects across Mississippi and the Southern US. This role focuses on planning through completion, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.

The ideal candidate will have a strong project management background, familiarity with environmental permitting and regulatory compliance, and PMP certification is a plus; training is available for the right leader.