Environmental and Permitting Manager
4 months ago
Albany
Job Description We are seeking a mid-level Environmental and Permitting Manager in NY in our Environmental Division with the Permitting and Compliance department. The Environmental and Permitting Manager will work directly for a client on gas and electric distribution, transmission, and substation utility projects and will be required to manage all permitting and environmental tasks on utility projects. At a minimum, 3-5 years of permitting experience is required (utility, renewable, urban planning, municipal, environmental, etc.). The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated worker with a willingness to work both independently and on a team. The position will require someone who is willing to manage a variety of different tasks and projects simultaneously. Preference to candidates who already have experience managing complex projects and managing staff. This position will be hybrid, both based out of a client’s office in either Rochester, Binghamton, the Mechanicville/Albany area, or Brewster and from home. Duties: • Work with utility project teams as the Environmental and Permitting Lead on all environmental and permitting aspects of the project (e.g. wetland/stream impacts, stormwater, threatened and endangered species, historical/cultural impacts, spoils, rights-of-way, railroads, municipal (site plan, planning, zoning), Article VII/VIII, Part 102, Article 10/94c, etc.)., • Work as part of the Environmental Permitting and Compliance team within the utility., • Work with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and develop permit applications., • Manage a variety of different projects simultaneously., • Perform environmental and permitting desktop project reviews., • Direct other consulting firms on environmental and permitting work; occasionally develop RFPs., • Independently manage tasks and meet project deliverable schedules while simultaneously working as part of a team. • BS in Environmental Science, Biology, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field of study; MS preferred., • Minimum 3 to 5 years of permitting experience is required (utility, renewable, urban planning, municipal, environmental, etc.)., • Highly motivated, with excellent client service skills and attitude., • Exceptional verbal and technical written communication skills are essential., • Organized multi-tasker with ability to meet deadlines., • Ability to review, edit, and provide QA/QC for permitting and environmental deliverables., • Occasional fieldwork., • Some travel within NY is required., • Salary commensurate with experience., • Fast-paced environmental consulting/utility environment. Salary Range: $62,000 - $74,000 The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location. Benefits Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below. • Flexible Work Schedule, • Health/Dental Insurance, • 401k Plan with Employer Match, • Paid Parental Leave, • Short & Long Term Disability, • Profit Sharing, • Paid Time Off, • Leadership Development Program, • Fitness Reimbursement, • Tuition Reimbursement, • Referral Bonus Program, • Wellness Program, • Team Building Events LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.