Project Manager - Natural Resources at GHD in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Job Description:

Job Description



There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.


Who are we looking for?

Our Central US Region Environmental business is looking for a mid-seniorlevel Project Manager (Natural Resources) to join their Natural Resources team based out of Baton Rouge, LA. In this role, you will help lead a growing team of ecologists/scientists, manage projects, interface with clients, assist in the collection of biological data and prepare environmental reports and permit applications for federal, state, and local government agencies. This role requires a "seller-doer" who can balance business development responsibilities with project obligations and personnel mentorship.

The selected candidate will have established client relationships in Louisiana and be able to win work through GHD's existing client base and/or new clients. Preference will be given to candidates experienced with natural resources permitting related to energy-sector work, including pipelines, facilities and/or renewables. Maritime & coastal (ports) permitting desirable as well.


In the problem solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change.


Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanisation are made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process.


Learn about leadership opportunities with GHD.



Additional responsibilities will include:

• Establish and develop strategic long-term relationships with current clients, new clients and prospective teaming partners
• Lead technical projects: maintaining client satisfaction while ensuring projects are delivered safely and within scope, schedule, and budge
• Mentoring and training junior staff
• Conduct field assessments including wetland delineations and habitat assessments for rare, threatened or endangered flora and fauna
• Collect chemical and biological data including sampling of surface water, sediment, macroinvertebrates, soil, groundwater, etc. for purposes of site assessment and/or to support risk assessment projects
• Write and produce technical reports based on field data collection
• Liaise with federal, state, and municipal regulatory agencies
• Support existing GHD clients with the implementation of efficient and innovative solutions to address their project needs

For success in this position, you will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Approximately five to ten (5-10) years of experience in environmental consulting, or similar experience
• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Biology, Ecology or related field
• Experience with managing/mentoring staff
• Professional certification such as a Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB), Certified Environmental Professional (CEP), or similar preferred
• Expertise with local, state and federal environmental regulations and permitting requirements; particularly those associated with USACE Section 10/404, USFWS, FERC, LDENR, LDWF and LDEQ
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work both within a team and independently
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Able and willing to travel to job sites as needed for field activities

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

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