Senior Environmental Permitting Lead - Rail & Energy

Arcadis U.S.Inc.; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K

Paid holidays

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arcadis U.S.Inc. is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering environmental permitting projects across rail, renewable energy, oil and gas, and linear utilities.

You will develop permitting strategies, manage scope, schedule, and budget, and ensure high-quality client deliverables. The role emphasizes coordinating with Midwest agencies, growing client relationships, and leading pursuits with account leaders to expand business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, civil engineering, biology, ecology, geology, or similar environmental discipline.
• 7+ years total experience in environmental consulting or related roles.
• 5+ years managing environmental permitting projects and teams.
• Experience coordinating with Midwest federal, state, and local natural resource permitting agencies.
• Ability to lead project delivery with client satisfaction across multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse teams of scientists, engineers, and planners on environmental permitting projects.
• Develop permitting strategies and coordinate with clients for successful outcomes.
• Provide senior QA/QC for client deliverables including agency consultations and permit applications.
• Support growth of client relationships with business development and account teams.

Skills

Project management

Environmental permitting

Client communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Arcadis U.S.Inc. is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering environmental permitting projects across rail, renewable energy, oil and gas, and linear utilities.

You will develop permitting strategies, manage scope, schedule, and budget, and ensure high-quality client deliverables. The role emphasizes coordinating with Midwest agencies, growing client relationships, and leading pursuits with account leaders to expand business opportunities.