Senior Project Manager-Permitting and Environmental Services

OverviewAt NV5, we are a team of talented professionals, engineers, and consultants who are builders, problem solvers, and champions for both our communities and clients. Our mission is to empower every employee who strives to make a lasting, positive impact on the future of our communities.Join us and take charge of your career, creating your own growth while building a sustainable legacy for generations to come. As part of our team, you’ll discover limitless opportunities to make meaningful contributions while advancing professionally. You’ll work with a diverse and talented group of individuals committed to making a positive impact on the communities in which we live and work.The Senior Project Manager – Permitting & Environmental Services is responsible for leading complex environmental projects involving permitting, environmental site assessments, regulatory compliance, and remediation support for municipal, mining, and industrial clients. This role provides senior-level technical review, proposal development, project management, and regulatory coordination under federal and state (primarily Arizona and New Mexico) environmental programs, including APP, AzPDES, RCRA, CERCLA, IRP, WQARF, LUST, and Voluntary Remediation Programs. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, leadership, and client management skills.ResponsibilitiesProject Management & Client SupportManage multidisciplinary environmental projects from initiation through completion, ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, budget, and regulatory requirementsServe as primary client contact, maintaining strong relationships with mining, industrial, and public-sector clientsCoordinate internal technical staff, subcontractors, and regulatory agenciesProvide strategic planning and technical guidance for permitting, compliance, and remediation projectsPermitting & Regulatory ComplianceLead and manage environmental permitting and compliance activities under:Arizona Pollutant Protection (APP) programNational Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) / Arizona Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (AzPDES)Mined Land Reclamation ProgramPrepare, review, and submit permit applications, modifications, and renewalsSupport compliance monitoring, reporting, inspections, and regulatory negotiationsInterface with state and federal agencies to address permit conditions, enforcement issues, and compliance strategiesEnvironmental Assessments & Technical ReviewProvide senior technical review and oversight for:Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)Remedial investigations, feasibility studies, and corrective action programsEvaluate data quality, conceptual site models, and risk-based decision-makingEnsure compliance with ASTM standards and applicable state and federal regulationsMining SupportProvide environmental permitting and compliance support for mining operationsOversee or review surface water and groundwater modeling efforts related to mine water management and discharge complianceSupport mine-related environmental studies, monitoring programs, and regulatory documentationStormwater MonitoringSupport stormwater sampling programs for MS4 permitted municipalities and industrial clientsOversee operations and maintenance of automated stormwater samplersPerform stormwater sampling, as neededOversee collection and analysis of surface water flow dataOversee Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination surveysOversee Visual Assessment of stormwater dischargeRemediation Program ManagementProvide technical management and regulatory support under:Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)Installation Restoration Program (IRP)Water Quality Assurance Revolving Fund (WQARF)Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) programsVoluntary Remediation Programs (VRP in AZ and NM)Brownfields ProgramsDevelop compliance strategies, corrective action plans, and remedial approachesFacilitate regulatory reviews, approvals, and closure documentationProposal Development & Business SupportLead or support proposal writing efforts, including:Scope of work developmentCost estimates and schedulesTechnical approaches and regulatory strategiesContribute to business development efforts, including client outreach and proposal interviewsSupport contract negotiations and project scopingQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrology, or a related fieldMinimum of 10 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting or regulatory complianceDemonstrated experience managing environmental permitting, compliance, and remediation projectsStrong working knowledge of federal and Arizona environmental regulations and programsProven experience with Phase I and Phase II ESAs and technical report reviewExperience supporting mining-related environmental projectsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsPreferred QualificationsMaster’s degree in a related technical disciplineProfessional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license in ArizonaWorking knowledge of New Mexico environmental regulations and programsFamiliarity with surface water and groundwater modeling tools and methodologiesPrior experience managing large, complex, or multi-site environmental programsFamiliarity working directly with ADEQ, EPA, and other regulatory agenciesWorking knowledge of statistical analysesCurrent OSHA HAZWOPER TrainingCurrent MSHA Part 48 TrainingCore CompetenciesStrong technical judgment and attention to detailLeadership and mentoring of junior staffClient-focused project managementRegulatory strategy and problem-solvingProposal writing and business development supportAbility to manage multiple projects and deadlinesAll local employment laws apply. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site.NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.#LI-KS1#INDHPJob SummaryJob ID: 2026-12213# of Openings: 1Location: US-AZ-PhoenixCategory: EnvironmentalType: Regular Full-Time