NEPA Project Manager

As a NEPA Project Manager for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Ecological Practice at the Knoxville, TN office, you'll serve as a key member of our Environmental Planning team, supporting a wide range of projects through technical writing and environmental analysis. You'll prepare NEPA documentation and contribute to environmental planning efforts while also supporting field assessments as part of our broader ecological services. You'll work across multidisciplinary teams, contributing to projects that include wetland and stream assessments, permitting, endangered species surveys, and ecosystem restoration, ensuring high-quality deliverables and regulatory compliance.

At CEC, every team member is personally invested in serving our clients with integrity, delivering results that matter, and growing meaningful careers. As employee-owners, we're accountable not just for our work, but for creating an environment that supports and challenges one another. Our people are our priority - and that's what drives us to dig deeper, collaborate smarter, and build lasting relationships inside and outside of our company.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare NEPA documentation, including environmental assessments (EAs) and environmental impact statements (EISs), ensuring clarity, accuracy, and regulatory compliance
• Conduct environmental analyses and coordinate with technical specialists to support multidisciplinary project delivery
• Perform field assessments, including wetland and stream delineations, habitat evaluations, and ecological surveys
• Support permitting efforts, including Section 401/404 applications and other environmental regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather data, develop reports, and meet project objectives
• Ensure quality assurance/quality control of technical documents and deliverables
• Assist with client interaction and contribute to business development efforts over time, with mentorship and support from senior staff

Our Knoxville office, located in the heart of East Tennessee, is home to a dynamic and collaborative team of professionals. Nestled near the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville offers a unique blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and a strong sense of community. The city boasts excellent schools, and a thriving downtown with restaurants, entertainment, and outdoor spaces. Whether you're exploring the nearby national park, enjoying a University of Tennessee game, or connecting with a supportive professional network, Knoxville is a great place to live, work, and grow.

• 5+ years of experience in environmental planning and navigating the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process
• Experience preparing technical reports and environmental impact evaluations to support regulatory compliance
• Experience managing project resources and coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Experience working with state and federal regulatory agencies, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration
• Experience conducting natural resource delineations and assessments, including wetlands, waterbodies, and threatened and endangered species habitat
• Experience supporting natural resource permitting efforts, including Clean Water Act Sections 401 and 404 and applicable state or local permits

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record . We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community - focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite - focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA - focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women - focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you - that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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