Environmental Senior Project Manager & Business Development Lead (Fort Collins, CO)

Merjent; Colorado; On-site; USD 141,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager and Business Development Lead to drive environmental permitting projects in the western U.S. This role offers the chance to work remotely while focusing on expanding the company's presence in the region. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, a deep understanding of environmental regulations, and the ability to foster client relationships. With a commitment to professional integrity and quality work, this innovative firm provides a supportive environment for career growth, competitive compensation, and generous benefits, including paid vacation and training opportunities. Join a team that values your contributions and encourages your ideas to shape the future of environmental consulting.

Benefits

4 weeks of paid vacation

10 paid holidays

Generous benefits package

Annual career-related training

Support for remote team travel

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing projects in the western U.S.
• Strong self-starter tendencies and excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budget, schedule, and risks using standard processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients.

Skills

Project Management

Environmental Permitting

Client Relationship Management

Technical Writing

Oral Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural resource/environmental field

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Position Summary

Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager and Business Development Lead with demonstrated success in the environmental permitting process. The successful candidate will join our existing consulting division and focus on our western expansion effort, which includes expanding Merjent's presence in the western U.S. Technical knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting regulations is required. This is a remote work position; however, candidates must be based in the western US, with preference given to candidates located in Colorado and Arizona.

This is a full-time benefits eligible opportunity. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $141,000 and $178,000 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience. This position is also bonus eligible.

Why Merjent?

Merjent is a medium-sized consulting and engineering company dedicated to creating an environment where both people and projects succeed. Merjent has staff located across the United States who may choose a remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangement. All full-time employees begin their tenure at Merjent with 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. In addition, employees receive 10 paid holidays and generous benefits and compensation packages. Merjent supports annual career-related training for employees to become or continue as leaders in their field of expertise. Merjent facilitates organic growth within the company and encourages employees to bring their ideas forward to grow existing and create new service lines within and beyond the currently served sectors of energy, mining, transportation, manufacturing, and construction, land development industries, and government. Merjent also invests in its company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

The Merjent difference is real - it's based on a commitment to our values, which guide us in how we work with clients and each other. Our commitment to quality and professional integrity encompasses everything we do. We are proud of our reputation for delivering quality work and building long-term, trusting relationships with our clients and with regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager for projects in the western US, which may vary in size and complexity.
• Effectively manage project budget, schedule, and manage project risk through implementation of standard project management processes and tools.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and bring new opportunities to Merjent.
• Actively participate in the proposal process and development of western expansion efforts, including marketing and business development activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a natural resource/environmental field required.
• Experience with a variety of natural resources and permitting, including, but not limited to, wetlands, streams, state and federal listed species, restoration and mitigation planning and design, Clean Water Act permitting, floodplain permitting, National Environmental Policy Act documentation, Endangered Species Act coordination and review, and other.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience managing projects in the western U.S.
• Existing client relationships and opportunities.
• Excellent oral communication and technical writing skills.
• Strong self-starter tendencies and excellent organizational/task management skills.

E-Verify

Merjent, Inc. participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to merjent.applicantpro.com.

Merjent, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

Merjent is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.