NEPA Project Manager, Amec Foster Wheeler - Chicago, IL; Minneapolis, MN; Knoxville, TN

NEPA Project Manager
Amec Foster Wheeler - Chicago, IL

Role Overview Amec Foster Wheeler Environment & Infrastructure is seeking a NEPA Project Manager to join our team in Chicago, Minneapolis, or Knoxville. The candidate will be responsible for project management of environmental permitting and NEPA project and compliant documentation efforts, and management of multidisciplinary project teams. Dependent on experience level, candidate may be responsible for business development and marketing in the transportation and energy sectors. Key Responsibilities  The successful candidate will report to a Department Manager and work directly with Program Managers and Practice Leaders to manage teams responsible for completing environmental planning projects throughout the Midwest, Southeast, and nationwide, as necessary. Primary responsibilities will include managing teams that are preparing analyses of environmental issues in the context of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 404 permitting, etc. Project Manager would also be responsible for technical Quality Assurance (QA) review, budget management, schedule tracking, and client interaction. Duties will include performing oversight of technical staff for project functions such as production, coordination, planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and delivery of technical products to clients. In addition to staff oversight, the Project Manager will also be responsible for project/task financial management. Full understanding of environmental permitting, regulatory analysis, and NEPA process and document preparation is essential. Travel will also be required from time to time. Role Requirements BS Degree minimum (MS preferred) in a related field (Environmental Science, Biology, Urban Planning); 5+ years of experience in NEPA environmental planning, preferably, in the transportation and energy sectors; Experience with natural resources and cultural resources in the Midwest and Southeast United States; Experience with NEPA document writing, coordination and permitting with the US Army Corp of Engineers, EPA, Fish and Wildlife Service, state wildlife and environmental agencies, wetland determinations and delineations, and general familiarity with wildlife and plants is strongly desired; Ability to prepare all levels of NEPA studies, as well as oversee a team of planners preparing these documents; Excellent technical writing, public speaking and verbal / written communication skills; Experience dealing with clients directly; business development skills and abilities; Demonstrated career growth in environmental planning for a consulting firm; Prior experience working within a government agency is a plus; Project management experience including scheduling, budgeting, resource management, and client relations required; Strong oral and written communication skills; and Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy. Physical Requirements Environmental extremes associated with working outdoors including heat and cold stress, etc.; Fieldwork involves lifting equipment, standing, bending, stooping, crawling or climbing over terrain; and Must complete employment physical demonstrating ability to meet job requirements. Amec Foster Wheeler - 1 day ago - save job » View or apply to job