Principal Environmental Planner & Project Manager - Mining Team

Principal Environmental Planner & Project Manager – Mining Team

Mountain West (Remote)

ICF is looking for a dynamic Principal Environmental Planner to join our Mining Team and lead impactful projects throughout the Mountain West region—which includes Arizona, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, Idaho, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. This is a remote position for a seasoned professional with consulting expertise in mining-related business development, land use planning, environmental permitting, coal permitting, NEPA compliance, and mining law application.

ICF and Our Division

We are the Environment & Planning Division at ICF, committed to serving our clients, supporting our people, and protecting the communities and environment where we work and live. Our team includes planners, scientists, economists, technologists, and strategists, all driven by a passion for excellence, collaboration, and curiosity. If you thrive in a fast-paced, diverse, and collaborative setting, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee federal, state, and local permitting as well as NEPA compliance for both coal and non-coal mining and energy projects.
• Act as the primary contact for government agencies (local, state, and federal) and private sector clients, including mining companies, developers, and engineering firms.
• Coordinate and guide multidisciplinary teams through research, technical document preparation, and client engagement.
• Drive focused marketing and business development efforts to expand ICF's presence and client base in the Mountain West.
• Build and strengthen relationships with mining companies, key state/county officials, and strategic partners in engineering, hydrology, hydrogeology, and geology.
• Represent ICF at national and state mining conferences to showcase our technical expertise and grow our professional network.

Why Join ICF?

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Balance your professional and personal life with our fully remote options.
• Community Investment: Enjoy donation matching and volunteer opportunities.
• Professional Growth: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement, career development resources, 401k matching, and our Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• And more! (Ask your recruiter for all the details.)

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Physical Science, Natural Science, Policy, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 12+ years of experience with environmental reviews, mine permitting, or NEPA project management at the national, state, or local level.

Preferred Experience

• Master's degree in a related discipline.
• 10+ years managing or preparing environmental permitting and NEPA documentation.
• Recent hands-on experience with U.S. Department of the Interior and Mountain West States regulations and policies.
• Direct experience securing environmental permits and reviewing technical studies addressing biological/cultural resources, air quality, noise, traffic, and hydrology.
• Experience developing and permitting Plans of Operation.
• Expertise in pre-NEPA activities such as surveys, data collection, and supplemental reports.
• Proven success in crafting and implementing business growth strategies for mining clients.
• Strong ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships.

If you're ready to make a difference in environmental planning and project management for mining, energy, and infrastructure projects—and want to grow with a company that values diversity, opportunity, and respect—apply to join our talented team today!