Principal Project Manager

SWCA Environmental Consultants; Lombard (IL); Remote; USD 115,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Project Manager to lead energy projects across various regions. This full-time role involves overseeing complex permitting efforts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and mentoring a talented team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in environmental consulting and a strong track record in business development. Join a supportive, employee-owned company that values teamwork and innovation, and enjoy a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. If you're passionate about environmental solutions and looking to make an impact, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Competitive Benefits Package

Career Development Programs

Flexible Workplace Options

Qualifications

• 12+ years in environmental consulting with project management experience.
• Extensive permitting experience for transmission line projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead permitting efforts for complex transmission projects.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Project Management

Permitting

Business Development

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

About the opportunity SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a Principal Project Manager to support energy projects primarily in the Midwest and central / eastern U.S and also in other geographies including the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. We are seeking a candidate who is looking to develop or continue a long-term consulting career that combines high-level technical expertise, with project leadership and management of multidiscipline teams delivering for clients across several business lines and geographies. The successful candidate will oversee small to complex projects and will maintain high-quality scientific and technical work to ensure alignment with SWCA's goals and objectives. This is a permanent, salaried, full-time, regular position reporting to SWCA's Chicago office as a remote employee. Preference will be given to candidates located in Ohio. What you will accomplish Lead, oversee, and execute the management of permitting efforts for transmissionprojectsof all sizes and levels of complexity. Directly provide and lead others in providing environmental compliance services in conformance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Clean Water Act (CWA), the Endangered Species Act (ESA), and a host of other federal and state regulatory statutes. Manage or contribute to the execution of large, strategic, or multidisciplinary projects. Mentor and supervise staff. Promote a culture of teamwork, engagement, quality service, and customer satisfaction. Assist with internal strategy in alignment with overall regional and corporate growth plans for the region. Drive compliance of safety policies and reporting requirements to ensure overall team safety. Enhance SWCA’s professional reputation and demonstrate the ability to be creative and innovative with these tasks while representing SWCA in a professional manner. Work closely with other key individuals throughout SWCA to promote our business interests in adherence with the company’s mission, vision, and values. Enhance SWCA’s relationship with Midwestern and Southeastern utilities including but not limited to; AES, AEP, FirstEnergy, and Duke Energy. Experience and qualifications for success Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, including managing fieldwork, report development, QA / QC, project scheduling, and budgeting. Proven experience overseeing complex, large-scale electric transmission projects. Demonstrated success in business development and strategic consulting, with strong credibility among federal and state regulatory agencies and key clients. Extensive permitting experience, having led environmental permitting for at least 100 transmission line projects across diverse geographic regions. Preferred Qualifications : Master's degree in a related field. Active in a professional environmental organization. SWCA is a 100% employee-owned, and we build our success together. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms. We offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment and competitive wages and benefits, including an 100% employee stock ownership plan (retirement). If you are seeking an opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions, then SWCA will be a great fit for you! If you need assistance accessing SWCA’s website, completing the online application, or require a confidential conversation related to the American with Disabilities Act, please contact us at [emailprotected] or call 1-480-581-5378. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and supportive experience for all candidates. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests; other inquiries will not receive a response. SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency. An employee in this Chicago-based position can expect a salary of $115,806.60- $152,497.80 / year. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law. Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA’s Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive Benefits package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more. SWCA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success. SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers. #KB-LI1Lead, oversee, and execute the management of permitting efforts for transmissionprojectsof all sizes and levels of complexity. Directly provide and lead others in providing environmental compliance services in conformance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Clean Water Act (CWA), the Endangered Species Act (ESA), and a host of other federal and state regulatory statutes. Manage or contribute to the execution of large, strategic, or multidisciplinary projects. Mentor and supervise staff. Promote a culture of teamwork, engagement, quality service, and customer satisfaction. Assist with internal strategy in alignment with overall regional and corporate growth plans for the region. Drive compliance of safety policies and reporting requirements to ensure overall team safety. Enhance SWCA’s professional reputation and demonstrate the ability to be creative and innovative with these tasks while representing SWCA in a professional manner. Work closely with other key individuals throughout SWCA to promote our business interests in adherence with the company’s mission, vision, and values. Enhance SWCA’s relationship with Midwestern and Southeastern utilities including but not limited to; AES, AEP, FirstEnergy, and Duke Energy.Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, including managing fieldwork, report development, QA / QC, project scheduling, and budgeting. Proven experience overseeing complex, large-scale electric transmission projects. Demonstrated success in business development and strategic consulting, with strong credibility among federal and state regulatory agencies and key clients. Extensive permitting experience, having led environmental permitting for at least 100 transmission line projects across diverse geographic regions. Preferred Qualifications : Master's degree in a related field. Active in a professional environmental organization. SWCA is a 100% employee-owned, and we build our success together. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms. We offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment and competitive wages and benefits, including an 100% employee stock ownership plan (retirement). If you are seeking an opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions, then SWCA will be a great fit for you! If you need assistance accessing SWCA’s website, completing the online application, or require a confidential conversation related to the American with Disabilities Act, please contact us at [emailprotected] or call 1-480-581-5378. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and supportive experience for all candidates. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests; other inquiries will not receive a response. SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency. An employee in this Chicago-based position can expect a salary of $115,806.60- $152,497.80 / year. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law. Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA’s Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive Benefits package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more. SWCA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success. SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers. #KB-LI1

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