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Senior Permitting & Environmental Manager

Job description

​Looking for a permitting and environmental leader to guide complex data center and gas-fired generation projects from site diligence through construction readiness. You'll build agency relationships, manage regulatory risk, and help scale permitting practices for a growing project portfolio.

What you'll do:

  • Lead permitting, environmental, and cultural resource programs across a multi-project portfolio

  • Develop integrated permitting strategies aligned with project timelines and regulatory requirements

  • Prepare and submit permit applications; track status and ensure compliance

  • Manage consultants (scoping, budget, quality review)

  • Represent projects at public/agency forums, including tribal and community engagement

  • Partner cross-functionally with Development, Engineering, Land, and Legal teams

What you bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Engineering, or related field

  • 5+ years (Manager) or 7+ years (Sr. Manager) of relevant experience

  • Strong knowledge of land use, environmental regulations, and permitting processes

  • Comfort presenting to regulatory agencies, elected officials, and community stakeholders

  • Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, consultants, and budgets

Nice to have:
  • Experience with large-scale industrial, utility, energy, or data center projects

  • Tribal consultation and cultural resource permitting experience

  • Permitting experience in ERCOT, PJM, or BPA/Pacific Northwest markets

  • Track record in contested or high-visibility permitting settings