Principal Environmental Planner – Mining Team

191 ICF Environmental, Inc.; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Volunteer opportunities

Donation matching

Job summary

ICF seeks an experienced Principal Environmental Planner to support our mining team in the Mountain West (Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, and Alaska). You will lead NEPA and permitting for mining and energy projects, coordinating with agencies and clients to deliver high-quality environmental services.

The role requires 12+ years in NEPA and permitting, with strong leadership and mentoring abilities to guide project teams and expand client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in physical or environmental sciences or related disciplines.
• At least 12 years in national/state/local environmental reviews, mine permitting, or NEPA project management.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in physical/natural sciences or policy/economics.

Responsibilities

• Manage permitting and NEPA compliance for mining/energy projects at federal, state, and local levels.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to produce NEPA documents and technical deliverables.
• Serve as primary client liaison with government agencies and mining companies.
• Develop proposals, pursue new opportunities, and grow client relationships.
• Deliver projects on time, on budget, and with high-quality NEPA outputs.
• Lead project teams to meet schedule, quality, and budget.

Skills

Project management

NEPA compliance

Regulatory coordination

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical science

Master’s degree in physical/natural science or policy

Tools

MS Project

MS Teams

Microsoft Office

Job description

Principal Environmental Planner – Mining Team – Mountain West Remote

Ready to make a difference? ICF is seeking an experienced Principal Environmental Planner to support our mining team in the Mountain West (Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, and Alaska). The ideal candidate will have experience managing federal and state permitting and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance for mining and other energy projects, and associated regulations and mining laws. We lead the environmental compliance efforts for our client’s complex and often controversial projects nationwide, including mining, energy, transportation, and other infrastructure projects and regulatory programs. We manage permitting and environmental review processes (environmental impact statements [EISs] and environmental assessments [EAs]) that include consultation with regulatory agencies; public involvement; collection of baseline data, preparation of special studies, analysis of environmental, cultural, socioeconomic, and other impacts; and specification of measures to mitigate adverse impacts. Our clients include numerous federal, state, and international agencies and private mining companies. Our staff work on the most current and important projects including critical mineral projects, energy development, and management of land use, water, recreation, and other resources.

Why you will love working here

• Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
• Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
• Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

In this position you will be tasked with the following

• Management and review of federal, state, and local permitting and NEPA compliance for mining and energy projects.
• Serve as a primary point of contact with local, state, and federal government clients, as well as private sector clients such as mining companies, commercial/industrial developers, and engineering companies.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams tasked with preparing NEPA documents, conducting research, preparing technical documents/deliverables, and interfacing with external clients.
• Serve as a permitting and NEPA compliance project manager on large complex mining projects.
• The role may also include project management of other energy and infrastructure projects, when needed.
• Plan and complete project tasks related to the development and delivery of accurate, timely, and high-quality NEPA and permitting products and services.
• Interface directly with key agencies and clients and help build and maintain great relationships.
• Identify and develop new opportunities, prepare proposals, and develop and expand client relationships.
• Lead project teams to meet client schedule, quality, and budget expectations.
• Lead, manage, inspire, and mentor staff.

What you need to have (minimum qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in physical science, natural science, policy, economics, environmental science, or related disciplines.
• 12+ years of experience with national/state/local-level environmental reviews, mine permitting, or NEPA project management.

What we would like you to have (preferred experience)

• Master’s degree in physical science, natural science, policy, economics, environmental science preferred.
• 4+ years of experience managing/preparing NEPA documents or environmental permitting.
• Recent working experience with the Bureau of Land Management and/or U.S. Forest Service regulations and policies.
• Experience obtaining environmental permits, reviewing technical studies such as those addressing biological resources, cultural resources, air quality, noise, and hydrology.
• Experience managing pre-NEPA work (e.g., surveys, data collection).
• Experience with developing and maintaining project schedules and budgets.

Professional skills you will use

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Project, MS Teams).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including ability to prioritize and multi-task under strict deadlines.
• Strong critical thinking skills and demonstrated ability to succeed with new and challenging tasks.
• Set challenging and measurable and sustainable goals in collaboration with manager(s).
• Identify and meet the needs of clients within established guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with project team and client to achieve established goals.
• Organize written work in a manner that is clear, easy to follow, and tailored for the intended audience.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship

All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF. Candidates who currently hold valid work authorization may be considered for a change of employer petition, subject to company policy and applicable immigration requirements.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $130,687.00 - $222,169.00 Colorado Remote Office (CO99)

We are an equal opportunity employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Bot and Third-Party Applications

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About ICF

ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.