Environmental and Permitting Manager

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. Manage and mentor junior level staff.

• 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.

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. o Flexible Work Schedule o Health/Dental Insurance o 401k Plan with Employer Match o Short & Long Term Disability o Profit Sharing o Paid Time Off o Leadership Development Program o Fitness Reimbursement o Tuition Reimbursement o Referral Bonus Program o Wellness Program o Team Building Events o Community Service Events