Senior Environmental Permitting Director

WSP in the U.S.; Lawrenceville (NJ); On-site; USD 176,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Senior Technical Director, Environmental Scientist in Lawrenceville, New Jersey to lead environmental planning and permitting for major infrastructure projects.

You will guide teams across transportation, energy, and oil & gas sectors, advising clients and driving strategic outcomes. The role emphasizes technical leadership, client relationships, staff development, and growing WSP’s New Jersey permitting practice while collaborating with transportation and utility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field.
• Extensive experience in environmental consulting, planning, or permitting.
• Leadership of complex NJ permitting projects.
• Strong knowledge of NJ wetland, flood, and species requirements.
• Experience with major infrastructure projects and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior technical authority for NJ environmental planning and permitting.
• Develop permitting strategies for transportation and energy projects.
• Coordinate with NJDEP, USACE, USFWS, and other agencies.
• Oversee preparation of environmental reports and permit applications.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Mentor scientists, planners, and permitting professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory coordination

Project management

Stakeholder relations

Communication skills

Travel ability

Team mentorship

Environmental permitting

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Master's degree in related discipline

Tools

GIS

Job description

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Senior Technical Director, Environmental Scientist in Lawrenceville, New Jersey to lead environmental planning and permitting for major infrastructure projects.

You will guide teams across transportation, energy, and oil & gas sectors, advising clients and driving strategic outcomes. The role emphasizes technical leadership, client relationships, staff development, and growing WSP’s New Jersey permitting practice while collaborating with transportation and utility