Hybrid Environmental Planning & Permitting Lead (NEPA)

Mannik Smith Group

Knoxville (TN)

Hybrid

USD 115,000 - 145,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Hybrid work schedule

401(k) Plan and Match

Health, vision and dental insurance

Job summary

Mannik Smith Group in Knoxville, TN is seeking an Environmental Planning and Permitting Lead to guide NEPA and permitting efforts across a range of projects. You will lead business development, manage staff, and coordinate with clients to ensure compliance and timely delivery.

The role offers a full-time hybrid schedule with competitive compensation, 401(k) match, health benefits, and opportunities to mentor junior staff while shaping environmental planning strategies in Tennessee.

Qualifications

10+ years of NEPA and permitting experience required.

Responsibilities

Lead the business development, operations and production effort for Environmental Planning and Permitting market.
Fee proposals, Scope of Work, Budgeting, Invoicing, Financial Forecasting
Aid in the development of NEPA documents and/or permit applications
Assist staff in environmental planning and permitting
Collaborate with other disciplines and clients to complete projects
Ensure projects comply with applicable local, state and federal guidelines and codes
Hire and guide junior staff by providing direction and constructive feedback to support the market
Act as point of contact for Environmental Planning & Permitting
Development of project work plan and scope of work, manage projects and client relationships
Administer quality assurance for project deliverables
Maintain effective communications with clients and project teams
Ensure staff resources are deployed in a productive and profitable manner
Conduct regular meetings to ensure project needs are balanced with staff availability