Lead-Level Project Manager
About the opportunitySWCA Environmental Consultants is actively seeking a Lead-Level Project Manager with strong interpersonal skills and experience in project permitting and project management to join our team and primarily support renewable energy generation and transmission projectsProjects will be located throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and parts of Iowa and WisconsinThis individual will work with a dynamic and company-wide team to successfully drive projects throughout all phases, from early planning and permitting through constructionThe ideal candidate will possess environmental consulting and project management experience, preferably with specific knowledge of renewable energy generation and transmissionSWCA is looking for the right candidate to take on existing and future projects and help build our presence throughout the regionThis is a full-time, salaried exempt position available for hybrid or office based work accommodations.The successful candidate will have technical expertise and experience in at least several of the following:
energy facility siting and constraints studies, permitting, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, and/or agency interactions at all levelsRequired skills include the ability to manage large, complex projects and meet milestones within schedule and budget expectations as well as competency in providing quality assurance, quality control (QA/QC) oversightThe candidate will be experienced in managing multidisciplinary staff to complete project permitting requirements.We typically hire the following positions under this job opening:
Lead Project Manager -- Typically with at least eight (8) years of relevant experience and expertise; Senior Project Manager - Typically with at least ten (10) years of relevant experience and expertise.However, those individuals with between 5 and 7 years of relevant industry experience are also strongly encouraged to apply.SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full-spectrum of environmental servicesOur Vision is to make SWCA the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership.Application deadline:
Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basisThe application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidatesOnce we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior noticeWe appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.What you will accomplishBelow please find the job responsibilities for a Lead Project ManagerResponsibilities for a senior project manager will include lead larger, more complex projects and serving more as a subject matter expert. Oversee large, multi-year, multi-disciplinary development projects Lead, manage and develop project budgets Lead, oversee, and execute the management of permitting efforts for renewable energy and transmission projects of all sizes and levels of complexity Work closely with project teams to navigate permitting challenges and meet client needs Take initiative and resolve issues to assure client needs are met effectively Lead and advise on all aspects of project implementation, including the development of permitting strategies, provide QA/QC of work processes and deliverables, and lead teams completing technical studies that support permitting efforts Manage projects that include NEPA compliance, biological resource assessments and constraints analyses, state and federal Endangered Species Act consultations, Clean Water Act Section 404 and Section 401 permitting, state-level siting permits, and cultural resources studies Supervise, mentor, and provide project technical support to junior staff Work closely with SWCA's resource scientists, environmental planners, managers, and directors in both natural and cultural resources groups throughout the company to promote SWCA's business interests in adherence to its mission, vision, and values Take a lead role in pursuing project opportunities, primarily within renewable energy generation marketExperience and qualifications for success A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in biology, botany, wildlife management, or a closely related field A minimum of eight (8) years of natural resources consulting experience, managing projects, including developing and implementing budgets, schedules, and scopes of work Prior experience managing natural resources projects with renewable energy and/or transmission clients Demonstrated experience with energy facility siting and constraints studies, permitting, and/or NEPA compliance Demonstrated experience with state and federal agencies such as the US Fish and Wildlife Service, state wildlife agencies, US Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Land Management (BLM), US Forest Service, and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Prior primary report authorship and finalization for clients and agencies in a natural resource consulting context for a variety of project types and sizes, regions, and agenciesWith offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental FirmsWe offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment and competitive wages and benefits, including an 100% employee stock ownership plan (retirement).If you would like to contact SWCA regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the online application process due to a disability, please email email protected or call 480-581-5378This contact information is for disability accommodation requests onlyAll other inquiries will not receive a response.SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employeesIn alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.An employee in this Minneapolis, MN - based position can expect a salary of:
for the Lead Project Manager -- $79,040.00/year to $104,000/year; for the Senior Project Manager -- $90,480.00/year to $120,640.00/yearActual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by lawRegular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonusesCandidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA's Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive Benefits package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and moreSWCA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to applyAt SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environmentWe strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to applyWe believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staffWe recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA's continued successQualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this positionWe believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.#ind-swca#LI-KB1 Recommended Skills Assessments Biology Construction Environmental Consulting Financial Management Implement Projects Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site $('.external-apply-email-saved').on('click', function (event) window.ExternalApply = window.open('/interstitial?jobdid=j3s59z6ns9l3f8ltz9q', 'ExternalApply-j3s59z6ns9l3f8ltz9q'); ); $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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n Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
energy facility siting and constraints studies, permitting, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, and/or agency interactions at all levelsRequired skills include the ability to manage large, complex projects and meet milestones within schedule and budget expectations as well as competency in providing quality assurance, quality control (QA/QC) oversightThe candidate will be experienced in managing multidisciplinary staff to complete project permitting requirements.We typically hire the following positions under this job opening:
Lead Project Manager -- Typically with at least eight (8) years of relevant experience and expertise; Senior Project Manager - Typically with at least ten (10) years of relevant experience and expertise.However, those individuals with between 5 and 7 years of relevant industry experience are also strongly encouraged to apply.SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full-spectrum of environmental servicesOur Vision is to make SWCA the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership.Application deadline:
Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basisThe application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidatesOnce we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior noticeWe appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.What you will accomplishBelow please find the job responsibilities for a Lead Project ManagerResponsibilities for a senior project manager will include lead larger, more complex projects and serving more as a subject matter expert. Oversee large, multi-year, multi-disciplinary development projects Lead, manage and develop project budgets Lead, oversee, and execute the management of permitting efforts for renewable energy and transmission projects of all sizes and levels of complexity Work closely with project teams to navigate permitting challenges and meet client needs Take initiative and resolve issues to assure client needs are met effectively Lead and advise on all aspects of project implementation, including the development of permitting strategies, provide QA/QC of work processes and deliverables, and lead teams completing technical studies that support permitting efforts Manage projects that include NEPA compliance, biological resource assessments and constraints analyses, state and federal Endangered Species Act consultations, Clean Water Act Section 404 and Section 401 permitting, state-level siting permits, and cultural resources studies Supervise, mentor, and provide project technical support to junior staff Work closely with SWCA's resource scientists, environmental planners, managers, and directors in both natural and cultural resources groups throughout the company to promote SWCA's business interests in adherence to its mission, vision, and values Take a lead role in pursuing project opportunities, primarily within renewable energy generation marketExperience and qualifications for success A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in biology, botany, wildlife management, or a closely related field A minimum of eight (8) years of natural resources consulting experience, managing projects, including developing and implementing budgets, schedules, and scopes of work Prior experience managing natural resources projects with renewable energy and/or transmission clients Demonstrated experience with energy facility siting and constraints studies, permitting, and/or NEPA compliance Demonstrated experience with state and federal agencies such as the US Fish and Wildlife Service, state wildlife agencies, US Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Land Management (BLM), US Forest Service, and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Prior primary report authorship and finalization for clients and agencies in a natural resource consulting context for a variety of project types and sizes, regions, and agenciesWith offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental FirmsWe offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment and competitive wages and benefits, including an 100% employee stock ownership plan (retirement).If you would like to contact SWCA regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the online application process due to a disability, please email email protected or call 480-581-5378This contact information is for disability accommodation requests onlyAll other inquiries will not receive a response.SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employeesIn alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.An employee in this Minneapolis, MN - based position can expect a salary of:
for the Lead Project Manager -- $79,040.00/year to $104,000/year; for the Senior Project Manager -- $90,480.00/year to $120,640.00/yearActual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by lawRegular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonusesCandidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA's Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive Benefits package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and moreSWCA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to applyAt SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environmentWe strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to applyWe believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staffWe recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA's continued successQualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this positionWe believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.#ind-swca#LI-KB1 Recommended Skills Assessments Biology Construction Environmental Consulting Financial Management Implement Projects Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site $('.external-apply-email-saved').on('click', function (event) window.ExternalApply = window.open('/interstitial?jobdid=j3s59z6ns9l3f8ltz9q', 'ExternalApply-j3s59z6ns9l3f8ltz9q'); ); $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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n Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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