Senior Natural Resources Permitting & Project Leader

WSP in the U.S.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA seeks a Lead Natural Resources Permitting Specialist / Project Manager for our Minneapolis, Minnesota office to lead complex permitting and environmental compliance projects. Join the Earth & Environment Team and act as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams across the Midwest.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, develop work plans and budgets, and manage schedules, invoicing, and contract compliance while mentoring junior staff and pursuing growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience managing environmental, natural resources, or permitting projects from initiation to completion.
• 5 to 7 years of experience.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, deliverables, and client expectations.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across multiple offices.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager for environmental permitting and natural resources projects, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client communication.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, coordinating with biologists, environmental scientists, engineers, planners, and technical specialists.
• Develop project work plans, staffing plans, schedules, and budget forecasts to ensure successful project execution.
• Manage project financial performance, including labor utilization, invoicing, revenue forecasting, and contract compliance.
• Maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for additional services and business growth.
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, client presentations, and strategic planning efforts.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance to support their professional growth.

Skills

Project management

Environmental permitting

Budgeting

Team leadership

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or engineering

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

WSP USA seeks a Lead Natural Resources Permitting Specialist / Project Manager for our Minneapolis, Minnesota office to lead complex permitting and environmental compliance projects. Join the Earth & Environment Team and act as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams across the Midwest.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, develop work plans and budgets, and manage schedules, invoicing, and contract compliance while mentoring junior staff and pursuing growth opportunities.