Environmental Senior Project Manager & Business Development Lead (Boulder, CO)

position summary

Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) has an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Senior Project Manager and Business Development Lead with demonstrated success in the environmental permitting process. The successful candidate will join our existing consulting division and focus on our western expansion effort, which includes expanding Merjent's presence in the western U.S. Technical knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting regulations is required. This is a remote work position; however, candidates must be based in the western US, with preference given to candidates located in Colorado and Arizona.

This is a full-time benefits eligible opportunity. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $145,300 and $183,400 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience. This position is also bonus eligible.

why Merjent?

Merjent is a medium-sized consulting and engineering company dedicated to creating an environment where both people and projects succeed. Merjent has staff located across the United States who may choose a remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangement. All full-time employees begin their tenure at Merjent with 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. In addition, employees receive 10 paid holidays and generous benefits and compensation packages. Merjent supports annual career-related training for employees to become or continue as leaders in their field of expertise. Merjent facilitates organic growth within the company and encourages employees to bring their ideas forward to grow existing and create new service lines within and beyond the currently served sectors of energy, mining, transportation, manufacturing and construction, land development industries, and government. Merjent also invests in its company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

The Merjent difference is real - it's based on a commitment to our values, which guide us in how we work with clients and each other. Our commitment to quality and professional integrity encompasses everything we do. We are proud of our reputation for delivering quality work and building long-term, trusting relationships with our clients and with regulatory agencies.

responsibilities

• Serve as the Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager for projects in the western US, which may vary in size and complexity.
• Effectively manage project budget, schedule, and manage project risk through implementation of standard project management processes and tools.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and bring new opportunities to Merjent.
• Actively participate in the proposal process and development of western expansion efforts, including marketing and business development activities.

qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in a natural resource/environmental field required.
• Experience with a variety of natural resources and permitting, including, but not limited to, wetlands, streams, state and federal listed species, restoration and mitigation planning and design, Clean Water Act permitting, floodplain permitting, National Environmental Policy Act documentation, Endangered Species Act coordination and review, and other.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience managing projects in the western U.S.
• Existing client relationships and opportunities.
• Excellent oral communication and technical writing skills.
• Strong self-starter tendencies and excellent organizational/task management skills.

E-Verify

Merjent, Inc. participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to merjent.applicantpro.

Merjent, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

Merjent is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.