Senior NEPA Compliance Project Manager

AECOM is actively seeking an experienced  Senior NEPA Compliance Project Manager to join our Environmental Planning Group primarily working on National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and permitting projects.

This hybrid position will ideally be located in our Anchorage Alaska office however AECOM will consider candidates in other geographic locations.

In this role youll have the opportunity to join our interdisciplinary team to manage projects related to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance state-level equivalent reviews and environmental permitting. Your ability to manage NEPA projects; oversee staff; perform quality assurance and control; communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders; and write technical assessments related to NEPA compliance is critical.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical expertise in the social environmental or physical sciences and experience in contributing to complex environmental studies for natural resource development projects (e.g. mining oil and gas) land use planning and environmental management. This position requires excellent communication technical and writing skills; attention to detail; and the ability to work independently and as a part of an interdisciplinary team. Opportunities for growth include development of client relationships marketing and business development and leading interdisciplinary teams on a multitude of projects.

Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Work with clients to develop solutions to achieve their goals. 
• Project management including coordination with clients technical staff and subconsultants.
• Serve as a Project Manager on large environmental permitting and compliance projects particularly high-profile mining Department of Defense infrastructure and planning projects and similar projects for other federal clients as needed.
• Oversee the work of early career staff and mentor others.
• Contribute to marketing and business development preparation of proposals and formulating proposal cost estimates.
• Attend and/or present at project and public meetings and assist in preparing meeting materials and compiling meeting results including PowerPoint presentations and other materials.
• Participate in professional associations/events relevant to the industry.
• Interpret and apply applicable government codes ordinances and regulations.
• Manage and prepare both federal and state environmental documents as well as managing permitting activities for these projects.

About AECOMs Environment Business Line

Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed worldwide internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading world class environmental firm and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.

AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the worlds most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in environmental science environmental policy planning economics or a related field.
• 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education with relevant NEPA compliance and environmental permitting experience.
• A valid drivers license is required along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
• Due to the nature of the work US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10 years of relevant experience with NEPA compliance environmental permitting technical report writing and project management.
• Knowledge of federal environmental laws and their implementing regulations including but not limited to: National Environmental Policy Act Clean Water Act Clean Air Act Endangered Species Act and the National Historic Preservation Act.
• Knowledge of current issues and projects related to the Bureau of Land Management Reclamation Forest Service Department of Defense/War US Army Corps of Engineers and other federal agencies.
• Excellent organization and time management.
• Experience planning for or managing land use planning minerals and other natural resource development and infrastructure projects.

Additional Information :

• Relocation is not available for this position.

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

About AECOM  

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work  

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time