NEPA Project Manager

About this role

NEPA Specialist/Project Manager
Job Description
The NEPA Project Manager serves as both a project manager and technical lead on environmental projects focused on National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, primarily supporting transportation and infrastructure initiatives. This role manages environmental scopes, leads the preparation of NEPA documentation, and coordinates multidisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and successful project delivery. The position offers significant autonomy, schedule flexibility, and exposure to a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and environmental projects.


Responsibilities

• Manage environmental scopes for transportation and infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with project goals and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the preparation, review, and quality control of NEPA documentation, including Categorical Exclusions and Environmental Assessments, while understanding the full documentation flow.
• Coordinate with internal field teams and technical specialists across disciplines such as natural resources, cultural resources, and hazardous materials.
• Communicate regularly with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to provide updates, gather input, and maintain strong working relationships.
• Lead and facilitate meetings, including public meetings, stakeholder sessions, and internal coordination meetings, to support project progress and transparency.
• Support permitting efforts and regulatory compliance, including Section 4(f), Section 106, and waterway permits, ensuring adherence to federal and state requirements.
• Lead environmental review processes for federally funded projects, ensuring timely and compliant completion of all required reviews and documentation.
• Produce NEPA-related documents and supporting environmental analyses, integrating technical inputs from multiple disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations impacting land use and cultural resources, particularly ...