Environmental Project Manager

Environmental Project Manager Job Description

• Contribute to the initial development and review of project models, including financial viability and technical analysis.
• Negotiate and structure commercial terms with key partners, including vendors, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure mutually beneficial agreements.
• Execute and submit regulatory documents in a timely and compliant manner.
• Schedule and facilitate regulatory meetings.
• Manage internal team members, vendors, and third-party consultants to ensure quality standards and project timelines are upheld.
• Communicate project status to internal stakeholders on a regular cadence and as requested.
• Provide technical oversight and execution for all project phases and deliverables.
• Review and approve invoices and track spending against project budget.
• Execute contractor bidding process while working with design team.
• Participate in the strategic planning process for our Kentucky & Ohio business.
• Support landowners, clients, and third parties through effective communication throughout the project life cycle.
• Be a Naturion ambassador in every interaction.

• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of progressed experience in environmental and/or regulatory planning and permitting, applied biological sciences, engineering, or landscape architecture.
• 5+ years of direct project management experience and / or similar experience working in the Kentucky & Ohio regulatory environment, including:
  • Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401
  • Federal Endangered Species Act
  • National Environmental Policy Act
  • National Resource Conservation Service
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in applied sciences, engineering, environmental studies, or a similar field.
• Experience and interest in the Mitigation Banking industry is preferred; adjacent environmental experience in remediation, restoration, etc., is beneficial.
• Experience leading and managing an in-house team and third-party vendors who provide environmental services in applied sciences, engineering, construction, etc.
• Thorough knowledge of regulatory review and approval processes.
• Willingness and eagerness to travel periodically for project, landowner, and regulator visits.
• Advanced degrees and certifications are plus.
• Passion for environmental stewardship and building meaningful relationships are a must.

• Collaborate with a diverse team of passionate, intelligent, and fun colleagues who share our values.
• Enjoy PTO that we genuinely encourage you to take.
• Stay healthy with comprehensive Health and Dental benefits.
• Access voluntary short-term disability and voluntary life insurance programs.
• Benefit from employer-sponsored Vision and Life insurance.
• Plan for the future with our SIMPLE IRA retirement plan and 3% company match.
• Elevate your performance with raises and bonuses tied to your achievements.
• Compensation commensurate with experience.