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.

Requirements

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.

Benefits

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