NEPA Environmental Project Manager for Transportation Projects
Listed on 2026-08-29
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Engineering
Environmental Compliance & Protection, Environmental Engineer, Environmental & Urban Planning
Job Description - NEPA Environmental Project Manager for Transportation Projects (2602231)
Job Description
Position Information
Do you have a desire to preserve the natural and human environments while also providing a safe transportation network for all Texans? As an Environmental Project Planner with TxDOT, you will balance the needs of the growing region with the duty to protect our communities and local resources. This office-based position also offers opportunities for occasional field work and collaboration with the community through public meetings.
An ENV Project Planner works closely with engineers to develop transportation projects and to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
TxDOT's Houston District - Advanced Project Development (APD) Section is seeking an environmental professional based in Houston, Texas. This individual will oversee the environmental analysis process for transportation projects in the Houston area including Brazoria, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Montgomery and Waller counties. The environmental analysis would be in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other state and national rules/regulations.
Candidates with professional or educational experience with NEPA are preferred. This position coordinates heavily with inner agency staff as well as consultants and stakeholder partners. This position demands excellent communication, organizational, and scheduling skills. The position is office-based, with requirements for occasional field work. This position requires knowledge of computers and computer programs.
Yearly FLSA Status :
Nonexempt Work Locations:
Hou District Headquartrs 7600 WASHINGTON AVENUE Houston 77007 Travel:
Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift :
Day Job Shift Details : 40 Hrs./Week Location Flexibility :
Onsite
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
- Retirement Plans
- Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
- Paid Leave and Holidays
- Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
- On-the-Job Training
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
- Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
- Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:
Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit:
Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Coordinates and manages environmental planning activities associated with transportation projects for the Department. Work includes serving as the liaison with state and federal resource agencies, environmental and special interest groups, consultant staff, and internal project sponsors. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details; may perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
- Consults and coordinates with districts project managers, planners, engineers, and environmental staff on refinement of projects to avoid and minimize environmental impacts.
- Evaluates potential environmental impact of transportation projects on noise, air, hazardous materials, biological, water, geological, socioeconomic, environmental justice, protected lands (Section 4(f), Section 6(f), and Chapter 26), and cultural (historic and archeological) resources.
- Prepares and reviews routine environmental related schedules, scopes of work, and deliverables for project delivery prepared by department staff and/or consultants.
- Prepares technical studies, in support of categorical exclusions, to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal environmental laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Reviews, evaluates, monitors and/or approves consultant work related to environmental studies.
- Reviews, maintains, and updates an automated project tracking system/database related to environmental projects and studies.
- Schedules and coordinates public involvement activities for related environmental/planning projects and environmental/planning studies.
- Conducts and/or coordinates field surveys, assessments, and/or project investigations for incorporation into environmental technical studies.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Education
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Bachelor's Degree in any discipline. Related experience in environmental, planning, project management or other related fields may be substituted for education. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications.
Experience:
No experience required.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver’s…
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