Environmental Manager at AECOM Maryland

Environmental Manager job at AECOM in Maryland. Job Description AECOM is actively growing the East Region Environmental Planning & Permitting (EPP) practice and seeks an Environmental Project Manager within the Mid‑Atlantic EPP Department with expertise in Maryland and Virginia. The successful candidate will manage a team, oversee environmental permitting and utility siting projects for energy and other private‑sector clients, and work with AECOM EPP specialists across the U.S. Responsibilities Develop, manage, and administer all staff and projects carried out by those directly reporting to this position. Scope, schedule, and budget consulting projects and apply AECOM’s project management systems and software. Serve as a mentor to junior and mid‑level staff. Perform client visits, field activities, and overnight travel as required. Coordinate and direct project field and data collection efforts. Develop business strategy and tactics; prepare high‑quality proposals and deliverables. Serve as an interface with clients and regulatory personnel on complex projects and business development initiatives. Enforce a culture of high‑quality work and Health & Safety within the team. Provide technical support to the EPP Department and support inter‑disciplinary business development activities. Collaborate with other AECOM offices, practices, and business lines. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications BA/BS in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Wetlands Management, or an earth‑science related field. 8+ years of experience managing projects and teams to scope, schedule, and budget. Valid driver’s license; must pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in a relevant field. 10+ years of industry experience, preferably with energy and other private‑sector clients providing environmental assessment and permitting compliance support, including FERC requirements. Existing client relationships with the ability to generate new work. Experience with regulator and stakeholder negotiations. Experience in Maryland, Virginia, and surrounding Mid‑Atlantic states. Thorough working knowledge of CWA, ESA, NHPA, NEPA, and other federal, state, and local regulations. Knowledge of FERC requirements and experience with preparing FERC Section 7(c) resource reports and pre‑filing. Experience managing project schedules and budgets, preparing proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and change orders. PMP or other project management certification is a plus; completion of AECOM Project Management Certification required. Leadership of teams performing wetland delineations, threatened and endangered species studies, environmental permitting support, and related assessments. Demonstrated ability to manage interdisciplinary teams, workloads, and client interfaces. High degree of self‑motivation, independent and collaborative work style, and exceptional organizational skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills (writing sample required). Occasional overnight travel required. Additional Information Sponsorship is not available for this position. Relocation is not available for this position. Some overnight travel required. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clough AMEC.