Senior Environmental Permitting Project Manager
Senior Environmental Permitting Project Manager
Join EDGE's Energy Permitting Practice
EDGE is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Permitting Project Manager to support our growing portfolio of energy project development clients across the United States. This position will serve as a technical expert and project management leader responsible for permitting, environmental compliance, and regulatory strategy for major energy infrastructure projects including natural gas pipelines, LNG facilities, compressor stations, electric transmission lines, renewable energy projects, carbon capture facilities, and other FERC-regulated developments.
The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience navigating complex federal and state environmental permitting requirements, leading multidisciplinary project teams, preparing FERC environmental documentation, and supporting clients through the project development lifecycle—from feasibility and routing studies through permitting, agency coordination, construction, and compliance.
At EDGE, our vision is to become a leader and innovator in the environmental consulting industry. To achieve that goal, we seek ambitious leaders, strategic thinkers, and lifelong learners who are passionate about helping advance critical energy infrastructure while maintaining environmental stewardship and regulatory excellence.
Position Summary
As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead environmental permitting and regulatory compliance efforts for energy infrastructure projects throughout the United States. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, manage project teams and subcontractors, coordinate with federal and state agencies, and provide technical leadership on permitting strategies and FERC environmental reviews.
This role offers the opportunity to work directly with energy developers, pipeline operators, utilities, and infrastructure investors on some of the nation's most significant energy development projects.
Key Responsibilities
FERC & Energy Project Leadership
Lead environmental permitting and regulatory compliance efforts for natural gas pipelines, LNG facilities, compressor stations, transmission projects, renewable energy developments, and other energy infrastructure projects.
Manage preparation of environmental documentation supporting Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) applications and authorizations.
Develop permitting strategies and regulatory roadmaps to support project development schedules and client objectives.
Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies throughout project planning, permitting, and implementation.
Support route selection, feasibility studies, environmental constraints analyses, and risk assessments for proposed energy infrastructure.
Environmental Permitting & Compliance
Prepare and oversee permit applications under the Clean Water Act Sections 404, 401, and Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10.
Conduct environmental regulatory applicability assessments and permitting analyses.
Develop compensatory mitigation plans and strategies for impacts to wetlands, streams, and other regulated resources.
Support permitting efforts associated with USACE, EPA, state environmental agencies, and other regulatory authorities.
Assist clients with permitting requirements during project construction and operation.
FERC Environmental Documentation
Lead preparation of Environmental Resource Reports and supporting technical studies for FERC-regulated projects.
Coordinate multidisciplinary technical teams to develop resource reports addressing wetlands, water resources, cultural resources, land use, vegetation, wildlife, threatened and endangered species, and socioeconomics.
Manage data collection, quality review, and integration of technical studies into regulatory filings.
Support responses to agency comments, data requests, and environmental compliance obligations.
Field Programs & Technical Services
Oversee field investigations including:
Wetland delineations
Stream assessments
Habitat evaluations
Threatened and endangered species surveys
Environmental construction monitoring programs
Manage subcontractors and field teams on large linear infrastructure projects.
Prepare technical reports and environmental assessments to support permitting and regulatory approvals.
Project & Client Management
Serve as Project Manager for complex energy permitting assignments.
Develop scopes of work, proposals, budgets, and cost estimates.
Manage project schedules, staffing plans, budgets, and deliverables.
Lead client meetings and agency consultations.
Mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth of EDGE's Energy Permitting Practice.
Support business development and strategic growth initiatives within the energy market sector.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or a related discipline.
Minimum 7+ years of environmental permitting and regulatory consulting experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting energy infrastructure development projects.
Experience preparing federal and state environmental permit applications.
Strong understanding of:
Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401
Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10
NEPA processes
Federal and state permitting requirements
Proven project management experience, including managing budgets, schedules, and technical teams.
Excellent communication, client management, and technical writing skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Direct experience preparing Environmental Resource Reports for FERC-regulated projects.
Experience supporting:
Natural gas pipeline projects
LNG facilities
Electric transmission projects
Renewable energy developments
Carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) projects
Experience coordinating with FERC, USACE, EPA, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, state environmental agencies, and other regulatory stakeholders.
Familiarity with GIS-based environmental analysis and routing studies.
Experience managing environmental field programs and subcontractors on linear infrastructure projects.
Professional certifications related to wetlands, environmental permitting, or project management.
Why EDGE?
Energy Transition Impact
Help clients develop critical energy infrastructure projects that support energy reliability, modernization, and the nation's evolving energy landscape.
Industry-Leading Projects
Work on high-profile projects including natural gas transmission systems, LNG terminals, renewable energy facilities, transmission corridors, and other major infrastructure developments.
National Reach, Entrepreneurial Culture
EDGE combines national project opportunities with a collaborative, employee-focused culture where every team member has a voice and opportunity to grow.
Technical Leadership & Growth
Work directly with senior leadership, expand your expertise in FERC and energy permitting, and build your career in one of the fastest-growing sectors of environmental consulting.
Comprehensive Benefits
EDGE offers competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
401(k) with employer match
Performance bonus opportunities
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development and continuing education support
Please note: EDGE will not sponsor employment visas (including H-1B, OPT, or similar programs) for this position.