Natural Resources Project Manager

S&ME; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans with HS

100% ESOP with 5% company contribution

401(k) with employer match

PTO with rollover

Maternity/Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Company vehicle & fuel card

Employee recognition & credential–inco

$2,000 referral bonuses

Job summary

S&ME is seeking a Natural Resources Project Manager in Nashville, TN to lead environmental and natural resource initiatives from development through delivery. You’ll coordinate field and office efforts, ensuring regulatory compliance, technical excellence, and client satisfaction on dynamic, project-based work.

The role blends field and office responsibilities with opportunities to mentor staff, partner with regulatory agencies, and advance responsible environmental practices while maintaining a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological or Environmental Sciences or closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience including at least 3 years of wetland delineations, stream determinations, environmental permitting, mitigation, protected species surveys, and ecological surveys, with SE US experience.
• Demonstrated team leadership and management at project level with safety, quality, metrics, HR policies, and risk management knowledge.
• GIS experience and/or knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead natural resources projects from proposal through completion, defining scopes, timelines, budgets, and client-communication plans.
• Engage with federal, state, and local agencies for permits and regulatory compliance.
• Perform fieldwork and analysis: wetlands, streams, ecological studies, and species surveys as needed.
• Guide and support technical teams while reinforcing safety, quality, and priorities.
• Develop lasting client relationships, communicate progress, and contribute to business growth.

Skills

Team leadership

Written & verbal communication

Wetland delineations

Stream determinations

Environmental permitting

Mitigation strategies

Protected species surveys

Ecological surveys

GIS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biological or Environmental Sciences

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Build Your Career. Own Your Future.

• Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a minimum 5% company contribution
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO with rollover
• Maternity/Parental leave
• Company vehicle & fuel card for project-based work
• Employee recognition & credential incentive programs
• $2,000 referral bonuses and more!
  

Requisition Number: 2026-1470-13

At S&ME, you're more than just an employee, you're an employee-owner of a 100% employee-owned company that has been solving complex geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials testing challenges for over 50 years. We're invested in your success and offer a career path with growth opportunities, training, and hands‑on experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry‑leading benefits designed to help you thrive - on and off the job, including but not limited to:

• Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a minimum 5% company contribution
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO with rollover
• Maternity/Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company vehicle & fuel card for project-based work
• Employee recognition & credential incentive programs
• $2,000 referral bonuses and more!
  

Your Role: Hands-On, Impactful, and Fast-Paced

As a Natural Resources Project Manager, in Nashville, TN, you'll oversee environmental and natural resource initiatives, guiding projects from initial development to final delivery. You'll ensure work meets regulatory standards, maintains technical excellence, and aligns with client expectations while coordinating resources and project teams. This position offers a mix of field and office work, with opportunities to partner with clients, regulatory agencies, and colleagues across the organization. You'll help advance responsible environmental practices while promoting safe work environments, successful project outcomes, and continued team development.

What You'll Do:

• Project Planning & Oversight: Lead natural resources projects from initial proposals through completion, establishing project scopes, timelines, budgets, and communication plans to meet client expectations and financial goals.
• Permitting & Regulatory Compliance: Engage with federal, state, and local agencies to assess regulated waters, facilitate environmental permit applications, and ensure projects adhere to relevant environmental requirements.
• Environmental Fieldwork & Analysis: Perform and supervise wetland boundary assessments, stream evaluations, ecological studies, mitigation activities, and surveys for protected wildlife and plant species as project needs require.
• Staff Development & Cross‑Team Coordination: Guide and support technical team members while reinforcing safety practices, quality, and operational priorities. Partner with other service groups to coordinate resources and deliver comprehensive project solutions.
• Relationship Management & Business Growth: Develop lasting partnerships with clients, communicate project progress and outcomes, and participate in industry events and community activities to strengthen the company's reputation and generate new opportunities.

What We're Looking For:

• A Bachelor's degree in Biological or Environmental Sciences or a closely related field from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 5 years' experience that includes at least 3 years of experience with wetland delineations, stream determinations, environmental permitting, mitigation, protected species surveys, and ecological surveys, and previous experience in the southeast U.S.
• A demonstrated successful team leadership and management at a project level with a good understanding of safety policies/procedures, quality, business metrics, human resources policies/procedures, and risk management concepts
• GIS experience and/or knowledge
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for clients, staff, and regulatory personnel

What to Expect:

• Outdoor, hands‑on work in all weather conditions
• Walking over rough terrain and standing for long periods (up to 12 hours)
• Lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. of materials and equipment
• Safely handling field tools and maneuvering equipment on active construction sites

Why Join S&ME?

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long‑term career in the engineering and construction industry.

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.