Project Manager/Sr. Env. Permitting Specialist

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a seasoned Project Manager/Sr. Environmental Permitting Specialist within our Environmental Planning & Permitting (EPP) Practice in the Northeast US. This role is to support our Power/Electric Transmission market sector, state/local and industrial client sectors.  Particular focus will be leading, managing and executing projects supporting electrical transmission infrastructure, renewables including offshore wind interconnects and solar development projects. 

The Position is based in New England with the opportunity to work remotely or at one of our Northeast office locations.  Specific prior experience supporting natural resources field studies, surveys and env. permitting of electrical transmission projects required with particular focus in Massachusetts, CT, RI and NH highly desirable. Demonstrated experience with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act Regulations, MEPA, S. 404/401 and strong writing and verbal communications skills desired. Prior experience supporting wetlands delineation, T&E surveys and GIS background desirable. 

Prior experience in task and project management, client engagement and business development/proposal preparation desirable. The candidate will be joining one of the strongest and deepest EPP Teams in the northeast with an extensive backlog of project work in multiple client sectors and a strong presence in the renewable energy arena, in particular Offshore Wind Energy Permitting.  This is a full-time career opportunity and opportunity to work in a strong team environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• The candidate will have a BS in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Geology or related field and + 8 years-experience or demonstrated equivalency or experience and / or education. 
• Due to the nature of work US Citizenship is Required.
• Valid Driver’s License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Science related studies desirable +10 years of experience.

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where y