NEPA Senior Project Manager

Insight Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in Houston is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead natural resources projects, including NEPA compliance and environmental assessments. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in environmental project management, a strong background in wetland delineations, and excellent communication skills. The role involves mentoring staff, managing budgets, and contributing to business development efforts. This position offers a full-time commitment with travel required initially for training and alignment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in environmental project management.
• Strong background in wetland delineations and field experience.
• Prior client-facing experience and effective stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead natural resources projects including NEPA compliance and environmental assessments.
• Mentor staff and manage budgets and schedules.
• Contribute to business development efforts and oversee two direct reports.

Skills

Wetland delineations

Environmental project management

NEPA compliance

USACE permitting

Communication skills

Job description

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Must Haves

• Strong background in wetland delineations and field experience
• 8+ years experience in environmental project management
• NEPA compliance expertise
• Experience with USACE permitting (Nationwide and Standard permits)
• Familiarity with TxDOT projects
• Completion of wetland delineation training (preferred)
• Ability to manage projects independently from start to finish
• Solid field background to support technical work
• Prior client-facing experience and effective stakeholder communication
• Comfort with business development and client relationship building

Day to Day

The Senior Project Manager will lead natural resources projects including NEPA compliance, environmental assessments, wetlands delineations, endangered species evaluations, and technical reporting. This role blends technical expertise with leadership and project management. Responsibilities include mentoring staff, managing budgets and schedules, ensuring timely delivery, and contributing to business development efforts. The position will work closely with another senior team member and oversee approximately two direct reports within a team of five Environmental Scientists.

Travel & Location

• Travel: 20–30% initially for training and team alignment
• Location preference: Houston, due to concentration of wetland work

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management