Environmental Project Manager

Overview

Inter Agency is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mid-Level Environmental Scientist to work alongside senior environmental staff on resiliency and infrastructure projects throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The successful candidate will collaborate on multidisciplinary projects spanning planning, design, permitting, and construction phases, with a focus on environmental compliance, infrastructure resilience, and natural resource protection. Projects may include subsurface infrastructure improvements to mitigate flooding, rehabilitation and redesign of seawalls to address sea level rise and resilience, bridge construction over navigable waterways, and stream restoration projects.

• Prepare and manage federal, state, and local environmental permit applications, including coordination through agency review and approval processes
• Assist in the preparation of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation and supporting environmental analyses
• Advise clients on environmental permitting strategies and regulatory requirements through desktop assessments and detailed permit matrices
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure technical accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project scope, budget, schedule, and client expectations
• Support the development of technical proposals and client deliverables
• Prepare Environmental Management Plans and related compliance documentation
• Support administration and compliance activities related to Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) and Stormwater Management (SWM) programs
• Mentor junior environmental staff through technical guidance and project collaboration

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field
• 3–7 years of environmental consulting experience
• Experience with environmental permitting and regulatory compliance
• Proven knowledge of Clean Water Act and related regulations, including §7 of the Endangered Species Act and §106 of the National Historic Preservation Act
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines

• Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or Professional Wetland Delineator (PWD) certification preferred
• ISA Certified Arborist credential preferred
• Experience supporting NEPA documentation and environmental review processes
• Experience conducting or supporting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
• Proficiency with GIS software and spatial data analysis tools

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
• May complete field work at active construction sites, including walking on uneven terrain and working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, occasionally climb ladders or slopes, and lift or carry up to 25 pounds
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed on construction sites

• Full-time, exempt position
• Work conditions and location:
  In-office four (4) days a week, one (1) day remote
• Office locations in DC, Bethesda, and Tyson’s Corner VA. Location and schedule will be coordinated with supervisor
• Regular business hours 8:00 am to 5:00 PM (EST)

• Salary range: $75K - $105K annually, commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with 401(k) Safe Harbor employer match
• Paid Time Off: up to 20 days per year, prorated during the first year of employment
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid holidays and paid leave benefits

Compensation for this position is determined based on a combination of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, and applicable licenses. Inter Agency, Inc. is committed to offering competitive total rewards compensation packages that reflect each candidate’s qualifications and the value they bring to the role.

Sponsorship in the US Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Inter Agency employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Inter Agency is an equal opportunity employer.