Senior Environmental Project Lead: Infrastructure Permitting

Dewberry; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 159,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

529 College Savings Plans

Travel assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Annual bonus

Monthly stipend

Discounted purchase programs

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking a Senior Environmental Project Manager in Parsippany, NJ to lead multidisciplinary teams on major transportation and infrastructure projects from planning through construction. You will drive NEPA processes, permit strategies, and regulatory compliance while partnering with clients and agencies across the Northeast.

The role rewards leadership, strong regulatory expertise, and deep relationships with agencies and stakeholders to deliver high-impact projects on schedule and

Qualifications

• BS in Environmental Engineering is required.
• PE license required; LSRP preferred.
• 15-20 years of experience overseeing environmental studies and permitting tasks for complex transportation projects.
• 10-15 years of project management experience on large scale transportation projects in the NE region.
• Strong reputation and long-term relationships with resource, regulatory, and transportation agencies.
• Active involvement with professional organizations at the regional and national level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams on complex environmental and infrastructure initiatives.
• Manage environmental permitting and compliance efforts, ensuring projects move through regulatory requirements.
• Oversee NEPA reviews and a variety of state and federal environmental permits, including Waterfront Development and CAFRA.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, transportation agencies, and regulatory stakeholders at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Serve as a strategic advisor, helping clients navigate environmental challenges while advancing critical infrastructure projects.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory coordination

Client relationships

Strategic advisor

Education

BS Environmental Engineering

Job description

Dewberry is seeking a Senior Environmental Project Manager in Parsippany, NJ to lead multidisciplinary teams on major transportation and infrastructure projects from planning through construction. You will drive NEPA processes, permit strategies, and regulatory compliance while partnering with clients and agencies across the Northeast.

The role rewards leadership, strong regulatory expertise, and deep relationships with agencies and stakeholders to deliver high-impact projects on schedule and