Ecological Project Manager

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.
Knoxville, TN 37920
United States
Category
Conservation
Job Description
Overview

As an Ecological Project Manager for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you will manage project teams to navigate today's complex environmental regulatory landscape, helping our clients achieve and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

In this role you will lead the design of stream and wetland restoration projects using natural stream design principles and techniques. Working with clients, contractors, and local government officials, you will be involved in the entire project - from conceptual and design phases, through the regulatory review process, bidding, and construction. You will also routinely prepare stream and wetland construction drawings and specifications, coordinate §404/401 regulatory permits, oversee construction of projects, ensuring compliance with the design criteria, and perform field data collection, design parameters, and regulatory criteria.

The ideal candidate will have experience with fluvial geomorphology, hydrology, hydraulics, sediment transport, stream and wetland ecology, and natural channel design. This position requires experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D, ability to perform business development and interact with clients, periodic travel and field work as well as proficiency with technical writing.

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Biosystems);
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in natural channel design and wetland restoration design;
  • Demonstrated understanding of Sections 401 and 404 Clean Water Act regulations and permitting from State and Federal Regulatory Agencies;
  • Ability to manage multiple activities with a team of technical professionals;
  • Demonstrated management experience to assist in expanding the delivery of our services to target client sectors;
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Stream and Wetland Mitigation;
  • Rosgen Levels 1-4
  • Ability to speak and write professionally;
  • AutoCAD® Civil 3D® experience;
  • ArcGIS;
  • TN Stream Quantification Tool (SQT) Assessment experience preferred
  • Construction Oversight or third-party construction inspection experience;
  • Strong collaboration, team building, and interpersonal skills.


About Us

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is consistently ranked as an Engineering News-Record Top 200 Design Firm, offering big firm opportunities with a small firm culture . Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide you with the opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in our success. You will work on diverse projects while providing high quality service to our clients.

In addition to offering company stock at all levels, we provide a matching 401(k), profit sharing, a performance bonus for all employees, medical dental and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability and tuition assistance. Join our team where your contribution matters.

CEC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.