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How much do permitting compliance manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for permitting compliance manager in the United States is $95,103.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Permitting Compliance Manager vs Permitting Specialist?

AspectPermitting Compliance ManagerPermitting Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field; certifications like LEED or PMP are commonUsually requires a related bachelor’s degree; certifications are less common but may include environmental or permitting-specific credentials
Work EnvironmentOversees compliance programs, manages teams, and interacts with regulatory agenciesFocuses on preparing permit applications, reviewing regulations, and supporting compliance efforts
Industry UsageUsed in construction, environmental, and infrastructure projects for compliance oversightCommonly employed in permitting offices, environmental consulting firms, and project sites

The Permitting Compliance Manager generally has broader responsibilities, including managing teams and ensuring overall compliance, while the Permitting Specialist focuses on permit preparation and regulatory review. Both roles are essential in ensuring projects meet legal requirements, but the manager has a more strategic and supervisory role.

What does a Permitting Compliance Manager do?

A Permitting Compliance Manager oversees the process of obtaining and maintaining permits required for construction, development, or operational activities. They ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, coordinate with regulatory agencies, and review documentation to prevent violations. Strong knowledge of permitting procedures, regulatory standards, and attention to detail are essential for this role.

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Senior- Environmental Management, Permitting & Compliance

Phoenix, AZ β€’ On-site

$95K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

We are SLR Consulting (US), a 500+ coast-to-coast team of advisory, environmental/engineering, and regulatory professionals. We deliver environmental and sustainability services to our clients through the integration of over 30 advisory, technical environmental, and engineering disciplines to help clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen.


As a Senior- Environmental Management, Permitting & Compliance, you will provide strategic leadership on high-profile projects that shape the future of responsible resource development.


Role
Grow SLR's Environmental Management, Permitting & Compliance practice, ensuring delivery excellence across all projects
Mentor, coach, and develop junior staff across disciplines, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability
Play a key role in advancing SLR's technical capabilities and thought leadership in the mining sector.
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive-level clients, regulators, and internal stakeholders
Maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to expand services and cross-sell capabilities across SLR's global network
Provide high-level project management oversight, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget are consistently achieved
Oversee preparation and peer review of complex permitting and compliance documentation
Bring technical depth to the evaluation of environmental, engineering, and regulatory challenges, offering practical solutions that meet client and regulatory needs


Working @ SLR
With us, there is no doubt you'll grow your subject-matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long-run, and if you ask our team, they'll tell you that's just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.


Here's what else you'll enjoy as part of our team:
Competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance, short & long term disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $145,000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education, professional designation, experience, internal parity, and location.
Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement


Qualification
Master's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or related field
10+ years experience with permitting and compliance in the mining sector, including demonstrated success leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects
Strong consulting experience, with proven ability to manage client relationships.
Demonstrated ability to mentor and inspire technical teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including negotiation, facilitation, and executive-level presentation
Strong written communication skills for high level of report writing and peer review capabilities
Professional Designation with appropriate Professional Organization

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are at the core of who we are and want to be. SLR is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, civil union status, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or veteran status.

At SLR, we embrace diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within and outside our organization. We respect and celebrate differences and want to ensure that we continuously strive to build a place where everyone feels included and is encouraged to be their authentic self.

We are committed to these values, and our SLR Culture & Diversity Team works to actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across our people and talent processes, operations, and client work around the world. If you have a disability and need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please contact us at careers-us@slrconsulting.com