Senior Environmental Project Manager

Perennial Environmental Services, LLC.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

401k with 4% match

Hybrid schedule after 6 months

Collaborative team environment

PTO and holidays

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Perennial Environmental Services, LLC in Houston seeks a motivated FERC/NEPA Junior Project Manager to join our growing team. You will oversee NEPA documentation, FERC resource reports, environmental permits, schedules, budgets, and client coordination for national energy projects. Occasional travel and a hybrid work model after six months are included.

The role requires a B.S. or M.S. in environmental science or related field, 2+ years of FERC/NEPA experience, and proficiency in Microsoft 365.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Botany, Wildlife or Range Management, Forestry, Geology, Soil Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience with FERC resource report preparation and/or NEPA compliance.
• Experience interacting with clients and serving as an assistant project manager or project manager.
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state environmental permitting regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Relevant coursework includes ecology, geology, biology, water resources/hydrology, and environmental law/policy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NEPA documentation and FERC resource reports for environmental projects.
• Coordinate with clients to manage schedules, budgets, data needs, and project scopes.
• Oversee federal, state, and local permit applications (e.g., Section 404, Section 7).
• Travel as needed based on project demands.

Skills

FERC/NEPA experience

Client interaction

Microsoft 365

Project coordination

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Deltek VantagePoint

Job description

Perennial Environmental Services, LLC (Perennial), a rapidly growing environmental consulting firm, is seeking a motivated and team-oriented FERC/NEPA Junior Project Manager to join our Houston office full-time. We provide a wide range of environmental services to clients across the nation and are looking for someone who shares our core values of Community, Growth-Oriented, Integrity, Innovation, and Tenacity.

In this role, you will manage a variety of energy infrastructure projects, with a focus on those regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). You will oversee the preparation of critical documentation for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, including environmental permit applications, resource reports for small FERC 7(c) and prior notice projects, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements. Additionally, you will coordinate with clients to manage environmental schedules, budgets, data needs, and project scopes. This position also involves overseeing the preparation of federal, state, and local permit applications, including those for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Section 404) and threatened and endangered species (Section 7) approvals. Occasional travel may be required based on project demands.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Botany, Wildlife or Range Management, Forestry, Geology, Soil Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience with FERC resource report preparation and/or NEPA compliance.
• Experience interacting with clients and serving as an assistant project manager or project manager.
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state environmental permitting regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Relevant coursework includes ecology, geology, biology, water resources/hydrology, and environmental law/policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Deltek VantagePoint Preferred.

Core Competencies

• Detailed oriented
• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Maintains accountability for deliverables through to final resolution
• Ability to manage sensitive and highly confidential information
• Ability to identify and manage competing priorities
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

What we Offer:

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package for medical, dental, vision and more.
• 401k and a 4% match for all full-time eligible employees after 1 year of service.
• Flexible work schedule: eligible employees may have a hybrid schedule after 6 months of employment.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay for eligible employees.
• Employee recognition and reward programs.

Our Culture

At Perennial, we foster a culture where all team members are empowered to take initiative, share ideas, and grow professionally. Our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction drives everything we do, while maintaining a positive and inclusive workplace. We rely on our Core Values as a cornerstone of how we run our business. We are Community. We are Growth Oriented. We have Integrity. We encourage Innovation. We have Tenacity.

Please note: This position requires eligibility to work in the United States. Perennial Environmental Services does not sponsor visa applications for this position.

Perennial Environmental Services is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.