AECOM · 21 hours ago
Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist/Project Manager
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
8+ years expAECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world. They are seeking a Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist/Project Manager to support their energy practice, focusing on assessment and permitting in compliance with NEPA for renewable energy and transportation projects.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assist in managing our portfolio of clients with multiple projects
Responsible for delivering revenues assigned from specific clients as a result of repeat business caused by flawless execution of projects
Responsible for leading and participating in key pursuits and wins for the team, office and region
Consistently delivers planned profit margins
Consistently completes projects without write-downs or multiplier erosion
Typically manages projects involving RTF (Risk Triggering Factors)
Manages complex clients and projects
Supports and mentors team members with multiple projects or programs assignments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, environmental planning, natural/biological resource management or other related field experience
8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in successfully managing permitting and environmental impact analysis documents and associated technical studies and oversight on high voltage electric transmission lines, renewables and other linear infrastructure
Position requires that the candidate must be able to travel for agency/client meetings as well as field work kick-off and auditing as required
Valid U.S Driver's license is required for this role
Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required
Preferred
Master's degree in relevant field
10+ years of work experience in successfully managing permitting and environmental impact analysis documents and associated technical studies and oversight on high voltage electric transmission lines, renewables and other linear infrastructure
Knowledge of Arizona state requirements and related experience with transportation, renewables, and power/transmission projects
Successful staff management experience
Experience and understanding of NEPA compliance, Endangered Species Act (ESA) compliance, and Clean Water Act (CWA) permitting
Knowledge of Arizona; and other state PUC requirements and related experience with wind and solar siting, transmission line routing, and preparing PUC applications. Knowledge of and/or experience with expert witness testimony a plus
Strong, current and recent experience with agencies (local, state, and federal), electric transmission service providers, utilities and other energy companies, transportation entities, and oil and gas companies
Demonstrated leadership in proposal development and successful pursuit of competitive bids
Experience with environmental permitting, NEPA, relevant environmental regulations and processes, and the associated public engagement processes
Experience mentoring staff
Demonstrated ability to manage complex interdisciplinary environmental planning projects, including client interaction, schedule and budget controls, and invoicing
Strong experience with client relationship building and leading and delivering environmental permitting services, including ability to manage projects, interdisciplinary teams, and workload, as well as interface with clients
Established agency and client relationships with ability to market and win work successfully and effectively for the team, office and region as related to the energy, electric transmission, utility, and other industrial sectors (e.g., mining, high-tech) as well as transportation
Experience working in a fast-paced consulting environment, managing and mentoring staff
High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently with limited supervision, as well as in a collaborative team environment
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absences
Voluntary benefits
Perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2012-12-31Grant· $0.01M
2007-05-11IPO
Leadership Team
W. Troy Rudd
CEO
Sandra Broughton
Corporate Vice President - Global Head of Travel
Recent News
2026-01-16
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