Senior Environmental Project Lead - Permitting & EIA

SOCOTEC, Inc.; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC, Inc. is seeking an experienced environmental professional to lead complex projects involving permitting, wetland delineations, and TA/Phase I & II ESAs.

The role requires strong leadership, field oversight, and the ability to coordinate with clients and agencies while ensuring regulatory compliance. Applicants should have a bachelor's (master's preferred) in environmental science/engineering/geology and at least 7+ years of relevant experience, plus a PA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, geology, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant environmental experience, preferably in consulting, energy, or industrial sectors.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex environmental projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and strategic planning.
• Oversee permitting, wetland delineations, environmental assessments (EIA, Phase I/II ESAs), site remediation and sustainability initiatives.
• Mentor and train junior staff; lead proposals and business development activities.
• Draft figures and site plans via CADD; prepare technical reports and regulatory filings.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, and team members; ensure timely, accurate results.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Effective communication

GIS

CADD drafting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree – Environmental Science/Engineering/Geology

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

GIS software

CADD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

SOCOTEC, Inc. is seeking an experienced environmental professional to lead complex projects involving permitting, wetland delineations, and TA/Phase I & II ESAs.

The role requires strong leadership, field oversight, and the ability to coordinate with clients and agencies while ensuring regulatory compliance. Applicants should have a bachelor's (master's preferred) in environmental science/engineering/geology and at least 7+ years of relevant experience, plus a PA driver’s license.