Job Description
Project Manager Job Description
About Us Naturion is focused on the union of environmental sustainability and responsible human progress. Our mission is to empower people, restore natural resources, and enhance the world we live in. We value relationships and prioritize people in all that we do. With locations across the US, we're a growing company making waves in the industry.
About the Job Naturion has an immediate opening for a Project Manager to join our team in Tennessee in support North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia geography. We have some exciting projects in the pipeline, with more on the horizon and this position is essential in supporting the company’s growth and operational stability. The Project Manager is essential to developing sustainable projects, galvanizing new and existing relationships with stakeholders, and delivering ecological and economical uplift to the environment and company.
What You Will Do & Expected Outcomes The Project Manager provides accountable execution of environmental restoration projects for the mutual success of the company, our clients, and the environment. The collaborative nature of our projects requires the Project Manager to communicate cross-functionally with frequency and accuracy, externally with stakeholders, regulators, and landowners. The Project Manager reports to the Area Manager leading this geography and specific duties are focused on, project scheduling, project document production and coordination, and coordination with internal staff and external stakeholders. The successful Project Manager will contribute in the following significant ways:
- Contribute to the initial development and review of project models, including financial viability and technical analysis.
- Execute and submit regulatory documents in a timely and compliant manner.
- Schedule and facilitate regulatory meetings.
- Manage internal team members, vendors, and third-party consultants to ensure quality standards and project timelines are upheld.
- Communicate project status to internal stakeholders on a regular cadence and as requested.
- Provide technical oversight and execution for all project phases and deliverables.
- Maximize project credit yield in accordance with regulatory requirements and in support of project underwriting.
- Review and approve invoices and track spend against project budget.
- Participate in the strategic planning process for our North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia business.
- Provide landowner, client, and third-party communication support throughout the project life cycle.
- Be a Naturion ambassador in every interaction.
Ideal Candidates - 4 to 7 years of progressed experience in environmental and/or regulatory planning and permitting, applied biological sciences, engineering, or landscape architecture.
- 2+ years of direct project management experience and / or similar experience working in the Tennessee regulatory environment, including:
- Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401
- Federal Endangered Species Act
- National Environmental Policy Act
- National Resource Conservation Service
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in applied sciences, engineering, environmental studies, or a similar field.
- Experience and interest in the Mitigation Banking industry is preferred; adjacent environmental experience in remediation, restoration, etc., is beneficial.
- Working understanding and knowledge of regulatory review and approval processes.
- Willingness and eagerness to travel periodically for project, landowner, and regulator visits.
- Advanced degrees and certifications are plus.
- Passion for environmental stewardship and building meaningful relationships are a must.
Perks to Look Forward To: - Collaborate with a diverse team of passionate, intelligent, and fun colleagues who share our values.
- Enjoy PTO that we genuinely encourage you to take.
- Stay healthy with comprehensive Health and Dental benefits.
- Access voluntary short-term disability and voluntary life insurance programs.
- Benefit from employer-sponsored Vision and Life insurance.
- Plan for the future with our SIMPLE IRA retirement plan and 3% company match.
- Elevate your performance with raises and bonuses tied to your achievements.
- Compensation commensurate with experience.
Ready to bring your expertise to the forefront of ecological restoration? Join us at Naturion and be a part of something extraordinary. Apply today and help us shape a greener future!
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Live in, Immediate start