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AECOM

Senior Project Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

The candidate will accelerate through AECOM's in-house Project Management certification program ... Thorough working knowledge of CWA, ESA, NHPA, NEPA, and other federal, state, and local regulations.

AECOM

Senior Project Manager

Raleigh, NC

The candidate will accelerate through AECOM's in-house Project Management certification program ... Thorough working knowledge of CWA, ESA, NHPA, NEPA, and other federal, state, and local regulations.

Lochner

North Carolina Environmental Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$113K - $117K/yr

Experience with environmental science, environmental permitting, and NEPA/SEPA experience desired ... Paid time off and flexible holiday program * Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and ...

HDR

Transportation Planning Project Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

... other programs as identified. • Prepare, plan and analyze/review technical studies, NEPA/SEPA ... A minimum of 2 years project management experience * Must have the ability to interact with various ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for nepa program manager in Raleigh, NC is $104,460.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,300.00 and $128,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a NEPA Program Manager?

NEPA Program Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing and coordinating compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) within organizations or government agencies. They manage the preparation of environmental assessments, environmental impact statements, and other documentation required under NEPA to ensure projects meet federal environmental standards. NEPA Program Managers also guide project teams through the review process, interact with regulatory agencies, and ensure public involvement in decision-making. Their work is critical for minimizing environmental impacts and maintaining legal compliance for projects involving federal actions.

What are the primary challenges faced by a NEPA Program Manager when coordinating environmental reviews for large-scale projects?

As a NEPA Program Manager, one of the main challenges is balancing project timelines with the thoroughness required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process. This often involves coordinating input from multiple stakeholders, including federal, state, and local agencies, as well as the public. Managing complex documentation, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations, and addressing potential conflicts between stakeholder interests are common hurdles. Success in this role requires strong project management skills and the ability to facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a NEPA Program Manager, and why are they important?

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Routing & Siting Project Manager

Burns & McDonnell

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 80 rated construction

Job description

Burns & McDonnell's MidAtlantic Region is actively seeking a Routing & Siting Project Manager to support, manage, and develop business for electric transmission line routing studies, environmental surveys, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis, and land use planning/permitting services.

This position provides the opportunity to challenge yourself and grow professionally within one of the leading engineering and environmental firms, including ENR No.1 design firm ranking in Transmission and Distribution.

The candidate should have an established and successful history managing and leading tasks for both small and large-scale projects including but not limited to assisting with developing proposals and cost estimates, executing project tasks, and assisting with developing strategic plans. The successful candidate will be a seller-doer with demonstrated experience developing and supporting multiple projects from a routing, natural resources and environmental permitting perspective as well as managing and completing independent projects.

The candidate will support and manage the execution of transmission line projects, be a subject matter specialist, and be a technical lead/author on routing/siting studies, environmental studies and analyses to support regulatory applications. Other areas of expertise may include NEPA analysis, resource impact assessment and consultation, and land use planning. This position also includes managing permit applications and analyzing environmental data supporting the development of environmental documents and studies for various types of projects, including high-voltage transmission lines, renewables, power generation construction activities, and gas transmission.

The Environmental Routing & Siting Project Manager will work within our Environmental Services (ENS) Global Practice to perform the following primary duties:

  • Project management, team leadership, and mentoring of junior staff.
  • Prepare routing studies and evaluations pursuant to regulatory requirements for applicable state applications.
  • Prepare environmental studies/evaluations, impact analysis, and NEPA documentation for projects serving a variety of markets.
  • Conduct pre-application meetings with jurisdictions, interact effectively with county and local officials, prepare and submit land use permits, and prepare material for public open houses and public outreach.
  • Work independently and demonstrate a high level of competence in the area of technical report writing related to NEPA compliance as well as other types of technical reports and regulatory (Federal, state, local) permitting documents.
  • Work with clients, resource agencies, environmental and technical staff to prepare environmental documents and related technical studies.
  • Develop, cultivate, and strengthen existing and new client relationships.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science or Studies, Land Use planning/Urban Planning, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management or related field from an accredited program.
  • Minimum 7 years related professional experience in a wide variety of areas ranging from leading and managing technical teams, project management, business development, and the ability to effectively balance direct and indirect utilization rates.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience with routing or siting studies, environmental permitting, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents, Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) documentation, or Energy Facility Siting and Licensing and associated testimony support is highly preferred.
  • Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information and work effectively with various audiences (including public officials, agency representatives, property owners, businesses, clients, construction contractors, etc.).
  • Experience with the resources and regulatory agencies in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and/or other PJM states (preferred).
  • Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information and work effectively with various audiences (including public officials, agency representatives, property owners, businesses, clients, construction contractors, etc.).
  • Solid time management and follow-through skills, with the ability to simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to travel up to 20%, as required.

  • EEO/Disabled/Veterans.

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Burns & McDonnell assists clients of all sizes and industries by providing extensive physical services ranging from assessments, integrated security solutions, and large security architecture designs. Services we typically provide include security and safety system design, threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments, security surveys, security master planning, compliance to federal security programs, independent validation and verification of integrated security system operations, management of installation and maintenance, and staff augmentation to develop and implement facility management and protection processes.

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Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1898

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