Bachelor's degree in Environmental Policy and Planning, Environmental Sciences, Biology/Ecology/Marine Sciences, or related fields
10+ years of experience in environmental consulting or applicable fields (industry, government, academia)
Demonstrated success developing, winning, and managing environmental planning/permitting projects
Demonstrated experience with environmental consulting practices, regulations, and species in Texas
Master's degree in applicable fields (noted above)
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical writing skills and ability to QA/QC deliverables and provide feedback to staff
Ability to travel to clients or projects in Texas in reasonable time and cost (e.g., you live in Texas or a nearby state, or near a major airport with easy access to major Texas hubs)
Business mindset with an eye toward client engagement and financial growth
Desire to lead, mentor, and train technical specialists
Ability to develop and present clear solutions to complex problems to clients and regulators
Why you will love working here
Our team values scientific rigor, respectful collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and productive creativity. We also work to support our team members' professional growth. To this end, we will:
Welcome you warmly to our team and value your knowledge and expertise as an environmental professional
Seek to provide you with diverse experiences including new project types, peers, clients, and geographies
Offer flexible work arrangements and support work-life balance to the maximum extent possible within the constraints of the role
Connect you with leaders and technical experts in Texas and across ICF to share innovative ideas, provide expert solutions, and to help you learn and grow
Support career development to sharpen your business and project management skills, hone your expertise, and accelerate your growth
Invest in you with generous programs, such as health coverage, tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and charitable donation matching
Strong opportunities for growth into local business leadership with demonstrated capabilities and success
Offer an exciting opportunity to be part of something important, working with integrity on projects that matter, and making
Benefits
Health insurance401(k)Remote work optionsFlexible scheduleEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Senior Environmental Project Manager (Permitting / CWA / ESA / NEPA)
Remote - Texas or nearby states
Preference for Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, or San Antonio
ICF is growing in Texas, and we want more leaders to share in this growth!
ICF's Texas environmental team (formerly Blanton & Associates) is seeking a motivated and growth-focused Senior Environmental Project Manager to lead sales and delivery of environmental services in Texas and across the U.S.
Level: Senior PM / Seller-Doer / Principal
Focus: Permitting & compliance for infrastructure (energy, water, transportation)
Territory: Texas primary + U.S. support
Travel: Typical range 10-20%
Responsibilities: Win work, lead projects, provide expertise, and mentor staff
Why work for ICF? You might be at an engineering firm with a culture built around licensed engineers. At ICF, you are our raison d'être-part of a team of environmental experts who prize scientific rigor, regulatory insight, work-life balance, and a commitment to integrity. Or you might be at a government agency craving the fast pace of consulting. You will enjoy the diversity of work, entrepreneurial opportunities, and the mission of building a more prosperous and resilient world. Whatever you seek, there is a reason so many of our people have stayed with ICF for over 20 years.
On our team, you will:
Drive growth and sales with clients developing infrastructure projects across the state of Texas and beyond
Build and nurture client relationships , identify and develop opportunities, and prepare winning proposals (scopes, budgets, and schedules)
Lead interdisciplinary teams in delivering technical field studies, analyses, and regulatory and permitting tasks, to help our clients get projects built fast and right
Leverage your project management skills to manage budget, schedule, and technical delivery
Collaborate with clients and industry experts -developers, engineers, planners, biologists, and technologists-to develop innovative solutions to achieve project compliance
Provide senior-level expertise and writing to support complex projects involving the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, and other federal and state laws
Lead and participate in agency consultations to determine and advise on efficient and effective permitting strategies
Mentor, train, and guide junior and mid-level staff
Think strategically to solve client challenges, act with humility to facilitate continual learning and growth
Apply your ingenuity and curiosity to tackle today's challenges while positioning for tomorrow's opportunities
Icf · Austin, TX