Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, a national multi-disciplined engineering and architecture consulting firm, is currently seeking a full-time NEPA / Environmental Project Manager to join our Southwest Region team in either Albuquerque or Las Cruces, New Mexico. We’re looking for someone who is ready to jump in and lead projects and build relationships with both internal and external clients. Our ideal candidate would be an experienced project manager wanting to work at a great company, or an experienced task lead ready to take the next step. We’re offering you the chance at Higher Relationships with Wilson & Company, your coworkers, and our clients.
Project Managers may supervise staff within the Environmental Practice. This is dependent on the needs of the practice over time and, therefore, management or supervisory experience and strong communication skills are desired. All Wilson & Company environmental staff will work collaboratively with engineering professionals in a variety of disciplines across the firm to meet project goals, and other key staff to build relationships both locally and in all states where Wilson & Company is conducting environmental project work.
Essential Job Functions:
Provide project management, NEPA document, and technical resource duties as detailed in Job Description above.
Serve as project manager for NEPA/environmental projects firmwide; coordinate with and support task leads for overall project performance and deliver projects to clients on schedule and on budget.
Collaborate on the preparation of environmental documentation, including resource-specific technical reports, Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements.
Provide technical environmental resource expertise in one or more of the following disciplines is required: biological resources (ecology, wildlife, threatened and endangered species), wetlands and waters of the U.S.; hazardous materials; air quality; noise; water quality; historic and/or cultural resources; Section 4(f) assessments.
Support the national environmental practice through marketing, proposal preparation, and environmental analysis and documentation.
Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with engineering professionals in a variety of disciplines across Wilson & Company to meet project goals, and other key staff to build client relationships in New Mexico and other states where Wilson & Company is conducting environmental project work.
Required Skills and Experience:
Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Environmental Sciences, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning or similar discipline. Advanced degrees will be given due attention.
7+ years’ experience managing environmental projects for federal, state, local and tribal clients under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other applicable federal and state regulations for environmental resource management.
7+ years’ experience providing technical environmental resource expertise in one or more of the following disciplines: biological resources (ecology, wildlife, threatened and endangered species), wetlands and waters of the U.S.; hazardous materials; air quality; noise; water quality; historic and/or cultural resources; Section 4(f) assessments.
Consulting experience preferred.
Proven ability to work on a team of professionals to accomplish project and program goals.
Task management skills with proven ability to complete work on schedule and within budget.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in software systems, including Microsoft Suite.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
10+ years’ experience managing environmental projects for federal, state, local and tribal clients under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other applicable federal and state regulations for environmental resource management.
10+ years’ experience providing technical environmental resource expertise in one or more of the following disciplines: biological resources (ecology, wildlife, threatened and endangered species), wetlands and waters of the U.S.; hazardous materials; air quality; noise; water quality; historic and/or cultural resources; Section 4(f) assessments.
Experience in the environmental consulting industry performing the work described above.
Technical writing skills with experience authoring NEPA documents (PELs, CEs, EAs, and EISs) and technical resource documents.
Collaboration and communication with environmental resource and regulatory agencies, including but not limited to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Technical environmental resource expertise in one or more of the following disciplines: biological resources (ecology, wildlife, threatened and endangered species), wetlands and waters of the U.S.; hazardous materials; air quality; noise; water quality; historic and/or cultural resources; Section 4(f) assessments.
Experience in environmental permitting, such as Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act.
Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.
Annual Salary Range: $95,000 - $125,000(Depending on Experience)
Wilson & Company has a rich history in multimodal transportation planning, traffic engineering and design, and the right candidate will become part of our bright future. We provide multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, surveying, mapping, environmental, and planning services, and employ staff throughout 15 offices in 9 states. The firm was founded in 1932 and provides services to a diverse client base including railroads; municipal, state, and federal agencies; energy, industrial, and commercial companies; and private developers.
The cornerstone of our success is Higher Relationships, standards in Discipline, Intensity, Collaboration, Shared Ownership, and Solutions. Discipline is doing it right, with attention to details without exception. Intensity is doing what it takes to meet and exceed expectations. Collaboration is working together and bringing out the best in each other. Shared Ownership means we adopt the goals of others as our own. Finally, Solutions are achieved in a win-win environment. We value this commitment to Higher Relationships with our employees, clients, and the communities where we live and work. And for you, our culture intends to help you achieve personal and professional success. Come grow with us!
Wilson & Company provides a comprehensive benefits package that encourages employee health and well-being. We have several options to choose from for health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plan benefits. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.
Wilson & Company is a federal contractor and subject to various health and safety regulations enforced by federal, state, and local agencies, as well as health and safety requirements of our clients. All regulations and requirements are subject to change, which could cause current Wilson & Company policies to be adjusted. Wilson & Company will require all employees to comply with all applicable regulations, requirements, and company policies.
