Environmental Project Manager — Wetlands & Permitting Lead

Atwellgroup; Atwell (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

Atwell, LLC is seeking an experienced Environmental Project Manager to lead wetland and RTE permitting efforts in the eastern US, with a focus on complex reports and regulatory compliance. You will manage multiple solar and storage development projects, mentor staff, and collaborate with clients and management to grow the business.

The role requires deep knowledge of environmental regulations, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel for projects and stakeholder meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental/wetland science, biology, ecology, geology, engineering, planning, or related physical sciences discipline.
• 8+ years of experience leading wetland and RTE species permitting and consulting in the eastern US.
• 5+ years of experience managing environmental tasks on DG or utility-scale solar/storage development projects in the eastern US.
• Ability to manage and review complex wetland delineations, function and value assessments, vernal pool surveys, wildlife habitat assessments, and wetland restoration designs.
• Understanding of federal, state and local environmental statutes and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for high-quality proposals, reports, and hearings.

Responsibilities

• Establish annual Project Manager Business Plan and develop future business.
• Lead client collaborations, develop project proposals, and provide technical project support.
• Lead and mentor field staff and act as technical project lead on natural resources programs.
• Prepare and review wetland/WOTUS permits (CWA 404/401) and RTE-related reports.
• Write and manage scope, schedule, and fee proposals for new opportunities.
• Manage multiple projects with budgets, schedules, and subcontractor oversight.

Skills

Environmental consulting

Wetland permitting

RTE species assessments

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental/wetland science

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

GIS data analysis

Job description

Atwell, LLC is seeking an experienced Environmental Project Manager to lead wetland and RTE permitting efforts in the eastern US, with a focus on complex reports and regulatory compliance. You will manage multiple solar and storage development projects, mentor staff, and collaborate with clients and management to grow the business.

The role requires deep knowledge of environmental regulations, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel for projects and stakeholder meetings.