Senior Environmental Permitting Project Leader

WSP USA; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA seeks an Environmental Permitting Project Manager to lead permitting strategies and environmental planning for projects across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. You will coordinate with federal and state agencies, prepare regulatory documentation, and mentor junior staff.

The role emphasizes delivering compliant, timely results while supporting business development and client relationships within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Environmental Planning, Ecology, Geography, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years in natural resources, environmental permitting, or related field.
• Experience supporting projects in Texas, Louisiana and/or Oklahoma.
• Strong understanding of environmental permitting processes and regulatory frameworks (NEPA, Clean Water Act, ESA).
• Experience coordinating with USACE, USFWS, NOAA, EPA, and state agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental permitting and planning projects across TX, LA and OK.
• Develop permitting strategies and regulatory pathways for infrastructure and energy projects.
• Prepare permit applications, reports, and environmental assessments.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with partners and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with agencies to facilitate project approvals.
• Mentor junior staff and support business development.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory coordination

Technical writing

Client communications

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or Environmental Science

7+ years in natural resources or environmental permitting

Job description

WSP USA seeks an Environmental Permitting Project Manager to lead permitting strategies and environmental planning for projects across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. You will coordinate with federal and state agencies, prepare regulatory documentation, and mentor junior staff.

The role emphasizes delivering compliant, timely results while supporting business development and client relationships within a multidisciplinary team.