Environmental Project Manager (Regulatory & Permitting)

Socket.dev; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and paid sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Project Manager for our Environmental Services team in New York to lead major environmental permitting efforts for electric transmission, generation, and renewable energy projects. You will supervise staff, coordinate with regulators, and drive project delivery from planning through permitting.

The role requires strong knowledge of wetlands, biodiversity, and regulatory processes, plus field leadership and a collaborative approach to win-win outcomes for clients and

Qualifications

• Experience with local, state, and federal environmental regulations, licensing, and permitting.
• Experience in wetland delineations and mitigation design.
• Knowledge of NYS regulatory frameworks including Article VII, Article VIII, Article 10, and NEPA.
• Ability to perform fieldwork and coordinate with regulators and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental regulatory and permitting activities for NY projects, including renewables.
• Develop proposals and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate with clients, regulators, and internal teams; oversee technical work.
• Mentor staff and contribute to business development efforts.

Skills

Wetland science

Botany

Wildlife biology

Soil science

Environmental permitting

Fieldwork

Project management

Education

BSc or MSc in natural sciences / natural resource management

Job description

Stantec’s Environmental Services team is seeking an Project Manager with demonstrated experience in Natural Resources Management to join our New York team to help lead major environmental project permitting efforts for NYS electric transmission or generation projects, including renewable energy projects (e.g. wind, solar, and battery energy storage system). With responsibility for project delivery, you will be an integral part of our team, supervising and mentoring staff while working collaboratively to support business development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Environmental regulatory and permitting responsibilities include:
  • Identifying project-specific environmental regulatory requirements
  • coordinating with resource agency personnel
  • writing and reviewing technical reports
  • developing environmental permit applications, presenting at public meetings
  • facilitating successful environmental permitting of multiple and varied projects
• Project management responsibilities may include:
  • developing proposals
  • managing projects and budgets
  • coordinating with clients, stakeholders, and internal project staff
  • performing and overseeing project technical work
  • Additional responsibilities may include coordinating, conducting, and/or leading field work

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Demonstrated experience with local, state, and federal environmental regulations, licensing, and permitting
• Technical specialization and expertise in the field(s) of wetland science, botany, wildlife biology, soil science, or related field(s)
• Experience conducting wetland delineations and mitigation design
• Experience with Article VII, Article VIII, and Article 10 of the New York Public Service Law, New York Executive Law 94-c, EM&CPs, the National Environmental Policy Act, State Environmental Quality Reviews, surface water classifications, stream bed and bank protection and restoration, erosion control, SWPPPs, and flood plain evaluations
• Endangered species, Fish and Wildlife Studies and invasive species
• Coastal resource management
• National Historic Preservation Act experience
• Ability to perform fieldwork
• A strong work ethic, sense of humor, high ethical standards, a desire for team success and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Desired skills include:

• Experience in specialty areas including electric and gas transmission and distribution, renewable energy, and utilities
• Demonstrated business development experience and strong existing client relationships
• Demonstrated positive reputation and relationships with environmental regulators
• Strong ability to interpret and use site plans, topographic maps, aerial photographs, and other maps and mapping resources
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Experience leading project teams, mentoring and/or supervising staff

Education and Experience

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science Degree in the natural sciences, natural resource management, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of environmental consulting and project management experience
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience related to natural resource management, environmental planning, and/or related field(s)

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. #StayInquisitive

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Pay Transparency:In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements