Senior NEPA Project Manager

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global environmental consulting firm is looking for a Sr. NEPA Project Manager in Honolulu, Hawaii. This pivotal role involves managing NEPA projects specifically for Department of Defense clients and developing new business. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience within the Pacific region, strong relationships with federal clients, and a strong background in environmental studies or related fields. This position offers full-time employment with a focus on impactful environmental work and a commitment to community collaboration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in the federal sector as a NEPA 'seller-doer'.
• Proven track record in project management and leading teams.
• Contacts within local communities in Hawaii/Pacific.

Responsibilities

• Manage NEPA project work and client relationships.
• Plan marketing activities and business development.
• Lead teams to support client objectives.

Skills

Client engagement

NEPA experience with DoD clients

Management/leadership

Professional discretion and judgement

Relationship building

Education

BS/BA Degree in relevant field

Master’s Degree in relevant field

Job description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

Stantec GS seeks a Sr. NEPA Project Manager to support DoD work in the Pacific. This person will play an integral part in our growing NEPA practice in the Honolulu office.

Your Key Responsibilities

• The candidate will be expected to have extensive direct client engagement, both in executing NEPA project work and developing new work with new and existing clients
• Demonstrated NEPA experience with DoD clients specifically and a strong local network within the federal engineering, planning, and/or environmental community is necessary
• Experience managing complex DoD NEPA projects within the Pacific region
• Plan and support local marketing activities
• Assist in development and execution of federal, state and local-level business development plans
• Develop winning relationships with local business partners (e.g., small businesses)
• Assist in cultivating a sustainable and growing backlog

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Demonstrated and enduring experience conducting business within the Pacific region
• Strong relationships with federal clients is required
• Proven track record as a high performer who can self-motivate to get results
• Ability to exercise professional discretion and judgement
• Experience in management/leadership positions and training/mentoring staff
• Proven success in leading teams in support of client objectives
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Position requires a pre‑employment drug screen; preferred
• Contacts with local state, city/county, education, or industrial/commercial entities in Hawaii/Pacific is desirable
• Experience authoring and managing Hawaii Environmental Policy Act (HEPA) documents is desirable

Education and Experience

• BS/BA Degree in a relevant field preferred (Environmental Studies, Biology, Wildlife Biology, Engineering, Community/Urban Planning, or similar fields)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the federal sector as a NEPA “seller‑doer” authoring and managing NEPA documents
• Ability to obtain NISPOM security clearance; preferred
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field preferred (Environmental Studies, Biology, Wildlife Biology, Engineering, Community/Urban Planning, or similar fields)
• Professional registration/certification (PE, AICP, PMP, RA, etc) is preferred, but not necessary. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Primary Location: United States | HI | Honolulu
Organization: BC-2374 EnvSvcs-US Government Services
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 16/06/2025 04:06:37
Req ID: REQ2500029J

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