Environmental Project Coordinator Jobs in Houston, TX
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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 would 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.
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:
- 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 license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications:
A preference for candidates with experience in the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act, the Clean Water Act, the Clean Air Act, and/or other federal and state laws and regulations applicable to transportation projects in Texas.
Competencies:
Some knowledge of:
Environmental laws, regulations, and mitigation requirements.
Proficient skill in:
- Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management
- Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
- Using computers, applications including (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat), or related applications and systems
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Some skill in:
- Planning, leading, coordinating, monitoring, handling, and establishing goals and objectives for multiple environmental programs/projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long term deadlines
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Ability to:
- Build, establish, and maintain effective working relationships and coalitions and negotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listening techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic manner
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Repetitive Motion - substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Conditions of Employment:
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions
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Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
- Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
Additional Applicant Information for applicants.
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Environmental Project Coordinator Jobs in Houston: Frequently Asked Questions
How many environmental project coordinator jobs are there in Houston?
There are 17+ environmental project coordinator openings in Houston, Texas on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as Houston employers hire.
Which companies hire environmental project coordinators in Houston?
Houston environmental project coordinator roles are posted by Quanta Services, Quanta Infrastructure Solutions, and GHD and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote environmental project coordinator jobs in Houston?
Yes. About 30% of environmental project coordinator openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around Houston.
Which industries hire the most environmental project coordinators in Houston?
Houston environmental project coordinator roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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