Environmental Project Manager/ NEPA Specialist

~ From right-of-way to surveying, lease acquisitions to title services, and now environmental, Percheron delivers consistent, reliable and fully integrated land services on projects of any size throughout the United States. ~

Committed to the use of cutting-edge technology, exceptional client service and efficient project management, Percheron brings together the right people, process and technology so you get consistent results, every time. Percheron’s team of industry professional can manage and execute projects of any size, coast-to-coast.

Position Overview

Percheron is seeking a talented Environmental Project Manager to support our Environmental Services department. This position will primarily support Percheron’s projects in the State of New Mexico and must have specific experience in Natural and Cultural Resources Assessments, Wetland permitting, National Environmental policy Act, Endangered Species Act and other areas as listed below specific to Bureau of Land Management requirements. Percheron serves the public and private sectors in obtaining environmental permits for capital construction projects as well as assisting project proponents with overall environmental compliance during construction and following in-­‐service. Percheron environmental specializes in natural and cultural resource compliance by conducting surveys that meet the regulatory permitting requirements of government agencies. Percheron provides the flexibility to work remotely.

This position involves assisting in proposing on, developing, and managing projects of all types and sizes from start to completion as well as assisting marketing and business development responsibilities.

Note: Percheron provides flexibility to work remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of relevant environmental regulations include Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
• Assist and participate in all aspects projects, including proposal development and contracting, staff management, fieldwork, and deliverables, bringing projects in on schedule and within budget.
• Oversee processing of post-­‐field data, and overseeing development of map figures, data tables, and illustrations for technical reports.
• Serve as lead author on technical reports, management plans, and other technical documents.
• Effectively and efficiently manage field, office and administrative staff to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Foster and maintain good working relationships with state and federal agency staff, private sector clients, and other industry professionals.
• Assist with training and mentoring staff.

Experience and Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Geology, Environmental Planning or other science related field.
• A minimum of four to six (4-6) years of technical experience with a minimum of one to three (1-3) years in increasing levels of responsibility in management duties including supervising and providing leadership for other professionals required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and project experience with the State of New Mexico’s Oil Conservation Division.
• Demonstrated experience with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in the State of New Mexico.
• Demonstrated expertise in environmental federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and programs, in diverse settings and with changing requirements.
• Ability to work unsupervised, functioning as an effective, self-­‐motivated, and highly capable individual.
• Familiarity with GPS devices and digital data collection.
• Team-­‐orientated attitude with strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Current valid Driver’s License required.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. The following is a sample of some of the physical demands that would normally be required for this position.
• Sitting: Remaining in the seated position for extended periods of time.
• Standing: Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about.
• Walking: Moving about on foot.
• Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another usually between 10 -25 lbs.
• Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand.
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to clients or to the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to other workers accurate.

Working Conditions

• 75% office environment; 25% field environment
• Ability to drive personal auto to and from client and/or landowner locations is required.
• Ability to travel up to 20% per year, as directed by Region/General Manager or client request.

Percheron provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Percheron complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.