Description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to manage and oversee environmental surveys, permitting and NEPA analysis projects within our Southwest Region. Burns & McDonnell is a 100% employee-owned firm ranked numerous times on FORTUNE’s List of 100 Best Companies to Work For and voted as a Best Place to Work in cities across the United States.

This position will require knowledge of the federal, state, and local permitting requirements associated with the development and construction of new projects throughout the U.S. in market sectors such as oil and gas, electric, and renewables. The position will report to the Chicago Natural and Cultural Resources Department Manager.

• Prepare studies, evaluations, NEPA and state documentation for environmental projects;

• Demonstrate a high level of competence with technical report writing related to NEPA compliance as well as other types of technical reports and regulatory (Federal, State, local) permitting documents.

• Coordinate with environmental teams on a variety of tasks, including completion of field surveys, environmental permitting with federal, state and local agencies, review of necessary project reports and materials.

• Administer request for proposal (RFP) package development, bid and selection process, and develop detailed scope of work documents for downstream contracts.

• Regularly interface with various agencies to obtain approvals, submit permit applications and prepare responses in a timely manner.

• Regularly interface with clients to develop relationships, build business, and expand services to new clients.

• Work within budget and schedule expectations for each project.

• Apply technical and creative solutions to natural resources permitting.

• Provide guidance on regulations and permitting through USACE, USEPA, and various state and local regulations pertaining to the environmental permitting of new projects.

• Develop internal and external reports including, project budgeting, cost reports, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports to all stakeholders.

• Participate in internal and external project risk reviews and consult with Legal Department as required.

• Travel may be required as necessary and required by project or client commitments.

• Adhere to Burns & McDonnell’s safety programs, trainings, and policies, as well as promote and manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related degree from accredited program and 7 years of applicable professional experience (10 years preferred).

• Experience in multiple market sectors is a plus with an emphasis on electric utility, renewable, and oil & gas facility markets.

• The preferred applicant will also possess knowledge of regulations and permitting requirements for wetlands, threatened and endangered species, stormwater and erosion & sediment control, cultural resources and architectural history, and the National Environmental Policy Act. Technical expertise in one or more of these fields required.

• Experience with environmental permitting in other states throughout the Southwest is also desired.

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, demanding work environment, ability to work overtime on short notice,

• High proficiency using Microsoft Office.

• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Owner's, Contractors, Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Project Management

Primary Location US-AZ-Phoenix

Other Locations US-NM-Albuquerque, US-UT-Salt Lake City, US-AZ-Tucson

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 244598

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JJ #ENS