Environmental Consulting Project Director

Sargent & Lundy

. Lead business development initiatives by identifying client needs, developing pursuit strategies, and contributing to growth of environmental services capabilities and market presence .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $202,770 - $289,120 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing complex, multidisciplinary projects within the power industry, focusing on environmental compliance and impact assessments. Proven ability to lead business development initiatives and foster client relationships while mentoring junior staff.

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Environmental ComplianceEnvironmental Impact AssessmentProject ManagementBusiness DevelopmentClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Environmental PlanningPermittingEngineering CoordinationBudget ManagementTechnical Report ReviewSite Selection StudiesRegulatory ReviewsNPDES PermittingWetlands PermittingAir Permitting

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsMentorshipMultitaskingClient EngagementTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

ArcGIS

Industry Keywords

National Environmental Policy ActThreatened & Endangered Species ActClean Air ActClean Water ActResource Conservation and Recovery Act

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead business development initiatives by identifying client needs, developing pursuit strategies, and contributing to growth of environmental services capabilities and market presence
Manage complex, multidisciplinary power industry projects involving environmental planning, permitting, engineering coordination, scheduling, budget management, and client engagement
Serve as the primary liaison for environmental topics with clients, agencies, landowners, and community stakeholders
Manage site-specific environmental impact studies for proposed power facilities, wind farms, solar generating stations, electric substations, and transmission lines
Lead project engineers to ensure designs incorporate relevant environmental requirements
Manage and review permit applications and interface with federal, state, and local permitting agencies
Manage and review technical reports, including site selection studies, environmental and social impact assessments, compliance audits, and regulatory reviews
Prepare proposals, statements of qualifications, and interviews; shape win themes, level of effort, and schedules
Build and maintain client relationships and identify strategic opportunities
Mentor and develop junior environmental staff
Champion knowledge sharing, templates, and continuous improvement across the team
Travel to client offices and project sites for project reviews; some international travel may be required

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field required; MS preferred
Twenty (20) or more years of experience in environmental compliance, environmental impact assessment, and/or permitting for complex industrial and power-related projects
Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects in the power industry
Experience coordinating internal engineering teams, clients, regulatory agencies, and other project stakeholders
Proven ability to support business development, grow client relationships, identify and pursue opportunities, contribute to proposals and interviews, and expand environmental services
Familiarity with the National Environmental Policy Act, Threatened & Endangered Species Act, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
Environmental impact assessment/permitting experience in one or more of: Environmental Impact Assessments; Subsequent License Renewals and associated Environmental Reports; NPDES wastewater and construction stormwater discharge permitting; wetlands permitting; major source air permitting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, community stakeholders, and regulatory agencies
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and coordinate inputs among internal engineering teams, clients, and regulatory agencies
Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff
Proficiency in ArcGIS mapping and interactive map development is valued but not required
Certification or coursework in GIS is a plus
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; the employer does not sponsor work authorization in the U.S.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision health plans
Life and accident insurance
Disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-up daycare
FSA and HSA
401(k)
Pre-tax commuter account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid annual personal/sick time (PST)
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Flexible work arrangements
Potential eligibility for a yearly discretionary bonus
Comprehensive benefits package