Environmental Permitting Manager
Position Overview:
An environmental firm is seeking a Senior Environmental Permitting Manager to support large-scale energy infrastructure projects, with a focus on midstream oil & gas development. This role will lead the routing and siting of linear infrastructure, ensuring that environmental, regulatory, and constructability considerations are integrated from the earliest stages of project development.
This is a unique opportunity to shape environmental programs from the ground up, influence project design, and drive regulatory success across a national portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead routing and siting studies for pipelines and energy infrastructure, incorporating environmental sensitivity, land use, constructability, and permitting constraints.
- Utilize advanced tools and methodologies (e.g., GIS, digital datasets, automated route analysis) to streamline route identification and evaluation.
- Manage environmental permitting at federal, state, and local levels (e.g., USACE 404/10, Coastal Use, stormwater, endangered species).
- Conduct and oversee wetland delineations, biological assessments, and natural resource planning to support project siting and compliance.
- Collaborate with engineering, legal, and project management teams to ensure regulatory compliance and project efficiency.
- Serve as a technical mentor and strategic advisor within a small, high-performing environmental team.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in environmental permitting and regulatory affairs, with a strong focus on midstream oil & gas.
- Educational background in biology, environmental science, or natural resources; advanced degree preferred.
- Proven experience with pipeline routing, siting, and permitting, including stream and river crossings, wetlands, and sensitive habitats.
- Familiarity with relevant regulatory agencies and permitting processes (e.g., USACE, USFWS, TCEQ).
- Experience with automated route analysis tools and digital data integration is a plus.
- Strong communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional collaboration.
Benefits:
- Flexible paid time off and a culture that supports work-life balance
- Multiple bonus structures tied to project performance and team success
- Leadership visibility and the opportunity to shape environmental strategy across a national platform
- Professional growth through cross-functional collaboration and high-impact project work
- Supportive team environment with access to top-tier resources and technical expertise
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