Permitting Project Manager - Environmental Services (Multiple Locations)
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LocationMultiple Locations
Also inAtlanta; Charlotte; Orlando
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience7+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live1d ago
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At least 7 years (10 years preferred) of applicable experience successfully executing and managing various environmental permitting projects in the southeast region
Experience in leading negotiations with regulators pertaining to environmental permitting requirements
Technical expertise in one or more of these fields required
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to collaborate with a team
Ability to manage in a dynamic team environment, work under pressure to meet deadlines, and work effectively and professionally with various audiences
B.S. or M.S. in environmental science, environmental planning, or environmental/civil engineering preferred
Consulting experience preferred
Experience in multiple market sectors is a plus with an emphasis on electric utility, renewable, and oil & gas pipeline markets
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
Experience with managing staff and/or have had direct reports and be responsible for career path development, mentoring and growth preferred
Experience with environmental permitting in other states throughout the southeast is also desired
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Travel may be required as necessary and required by project or client commitments
About the role
Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to manage projects and oversee environmental permitting within our Atlanta, Charlotte, or Orlando offices.
This position will require a thorough knowledge of the federal, state, and local permitting requirements associated with the development and construction of new projects in the southeast.
Responsibilities
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Project management responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Execution of and project management for multiple environmental projects which include multi-faceted components.
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Participate in business development activities including the development of proposals and cost estimates for new projects, development of and participation in client-facing presentations, and manage existing relationships with existing clients while contributing to the expansion of our growing southeast region business.
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Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to less experienced staff members.
Additional responsibilities include:
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Leading project 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.
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Daily interfacing with various agencies to obtain approvals, submit permit applications and prepare responses in a timely manner.
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Daily interfacing with clients to develop relationships, build business, and expand services to new clients.
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Manage work within budget and schedule expectations for each project.
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Applying technical and creative solutions to natural resources permitting.
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Advising clients of appropriate strategies to obtain permits and maintain compliance with regulations and permit conditions.
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Providing guidance on regulations and permitting through USACE, USFWS, and various state and local regulations pertaining to the environmental permitting of new projects.
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Publication of technical papers and delivering presentations at conferences.
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Mentoring and generally working closely with junior level environmental staff. Assist with recruiting, development, and training of staff.
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Travel may be required as necessary and required by project or client commitments.
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All other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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B.S. or M.S. in environmental science, environmental planning, or environmental/civil engineering preferred with at least 7 years (10 years preferred) of applicable experience successfully executing and managing various environmental permitting projects in the southeast region. Consulting experience preferred.
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Experience in multiple market sectors is a plus with an emphasis on electric utility, renewable, and oil & gas pipeline markets. The applicant should possess experience in leading negotiations with regulators pertaining to environmental permitting requirements.
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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.
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Successful candidate must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to collaborate with a team.
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The candidate must have experience with managing staff and/or have had direct reports and be responsible for career path development, mentoring and growth preferred.
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The candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability to manage in a dynamic team environment, work under pressure to meet deadlines, and work effectively and professionally with various audiences (i.e., regulators, public officials, clients, etc.).
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Experience with environmental permitting in other states throughout the southeast is also desired.
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EEO/Disabled/Veterans
About the company
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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