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Get Access To All JobsSenior Environmental Project Manager – FERC Project Lead
- (192803)
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR is looking for a Senior Environmental Project Manager – FERC Project Lead for our Environmental and Regulatory Team (locations vary).
Who You Are
We are seeking an experienced professional with strong working knowledge of, and relationships across, the environmental and cultural resource regulatory landscape and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process in the U.S. The ideal candidate will have a focused specialty and established relationships with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Natural Gas Division, along with demonstrated experience managing and permitting pipeline projects. This role requires expertise in FERC 7(b) and 7(c) applications, prior notice/blanket authorizations, and/or third-party EA/EIS documents. You will manage projects across all phases—from routing and siting to construction compliance—while leading environmental permitting and NEPA documentation efforts.
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve as Senior Project Manager for natural and built environment studies, environmental permitting, and NEPA documentation.
- Lead and direct teams through FERC environmental processes for assessment, resource reporting, and permitting.
- Oversee project management activities including proposals, cost estimates, budgeting, invoicing, and tracking project financial performance.
- Coordinate schedules, provide technical QA/QC, and lead problem resolution for environmental studies and NEPA deliverables.
- Support the growth of our FERC project program by developing client relationships and identifying new opportunities.
- Direct field surveys, data interpretation, environmental analysis, and technical writing.
- Develop and implement permitting strategies, coordinate with regulatory agencies, and prepare permit applications.
- Manage multiple concurrent projects with minimal oversight.
- Provide mentorship to junior staff and promote high-quality work through QA/QC procedures.
- Participate in client and internal meetings; collaborate with scientific, engineering, and regulatory teams.
- Periodic short-term travel for project assignments and client meetings.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Planning, Cultural Resources, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in ecological or cultural resource surveys, NEPA planning, environmental analysis, and state/federal permitting
- A minimum of 5 years of project management experience
- Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software
- Possess the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
- Proven experience with FERC Natural Gas filings, including FERC 7(b) and 7(c) applications, prior notice/blanket authorizations, and third-party EA/EIS documents
- Strong technical writing, environmental analysis, and permitting skills
- Demonstrated ability to market and perform environmental services
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Willingness and ability to travel for client meetings
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop staff
Keywords: FERC 7(b) applications, FERC 7(c) applications, Prior Notice filings, Blanket Authorizations, Third-party EA, Third-party EIS, FERC Natural Gas filings, FERC environmental process, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), FERC Natural Gas Division, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Senior Environmental Project Manager, Environmental Project Manager, FERC Project Lead, FERC Environmental Lead, NEPA Project Manager, Environmental & Regulatory Project Manager, Natural Gas Environmental Project Manager, Pipeline Environmental Project Manager
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environment Science or closely related field
- 10 years experience in complex environmental planning/compliance projects
- Demonstrated knowledge of the NEPA process
- Experience managing large, complex EIS documents for transportation, large facility, land management, or other infrastructure projects
- Technical expertise in the design, implementation, interpretation and presentation of data for environmental studies and investigations in specialized discipline
- Proficient with MS Office
- Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
- Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Staff management experience beneficial
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Pay Transparency: $104,160 - $148,800.
Primary Location:
United States-Pennsylvania-Harrisburg
Other Locations:
United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-Ohio-Columbus
Industry:
Oil & Gas
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
Business Class:
Environmental Sci and Planning
Job Posting:
May 1, 2026
Senior Environmental Project Manager – FERC Project Lead
- (192803)
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR is looking for a Senior Environmental Project Manager – FERC Project Lead for our Environmental and Regulatory Team (locations vary).
Who You Are
We are seeking an experienced professional with strong working knowledge of, and relationships across, the environmental and cultural resource regulatory landscape and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process in the U.S. The ideal candidate will have a focused specialty and established relationships with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Natural Gas Division, along with demonstrated experience managing and permitting pipeline projects. This role requires expertise in FERC 7(b) and 7(c) applications, prior notice/blanket authorizations, and/or third-party EA/EIS documents. You will manage projects across all phases—from routing and siting to construction compliance—while leading environmental permitting and NEPA documentation efforts.
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve as Senior Project Manager for natural and built environment studies, environmental permitting, and NEPA documentation.
- Lead and direct teams through FERC environmental processes for assessment, resource reporting, and permitting.
- Oversee project management activities including proposals, cost estimates, budgeting, invoicing, and tracking project financial performance.
- Coordinate schedules, provide technical QA/QC, and lead problem resolution for environmental studies and NEPA deliverables.
- Support the growth of our FERC project program by developing client relationships and identifying new opportunities.
- Direct field surveys, data interpretation, environmental analysis, and technical writing.
- Develop and implement permitting strategies, coordinate with regulatory agencies, and prepare permit applications.
- Manage multiple concurrent projects with minimal oversight.
- Provide mentorship to junior staff and promote high-quality work through QA/QC procedures.
- Participate in client and internal meetings; collaborate with scientific, engineering, and regulatory teams.
- Periodic short-term travel for project assignments and client meetings.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Planning, Cultural Resources, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in ecological or cultural resource surveys, NEPA planning, environmental analysis, and state/federal permitting
- A minimum of 5 years of project management experience
- Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software
- Possess the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
- Proven experience with FERC Natural Gas filings, including FERC 7(b) and 7(c) applications, prior notice/blanket authorizations, and third-party EA/EIS documents
- Strong technical writing, environmental analysis, and permitting skills
- Demonstrated ability to market and perform environmental services
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Willingness and ability to travel for client meetings
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop staff
Keywords: FERC 7(b) applications, FERC 7(c) applications, Prior Notice filings, Blanket Authorizations, Third-party EA, Third-party EIS, FERC Natural Gas filings, FERC environmental process, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), FERC Natural Gas Division, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Senior Environmental Project Manager, Environmental Project Manager, FERC Project Lead, FERC Environmental Lead, NEPA Project Manager, Environmental & Regulatory Project Manager, Natural Gas Environmental Project Manager, Pipeline Environmental Project Manager
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environment Science or closely related field
- 10 years experience in complex environmental planning/compliance projects
- Demonstrated knowledge of the NEPA process
- Experience managing large, complex EIS documents for transportation, large facility, land management, or other infrastructure projects
- Technical expertise in the design, implementation, interpretation and presentation of data for environmental studies and investigations in specialized discipline
- Proficient with MS Office
- Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
- Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Staff management experience beneficial
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Pay Transparency: $104,160 - $148,800.
Primary Location:
United States-Pennsylvania-Harrisburg
Other Locations:
United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-Ohio-Columbus
Industry:
Oil & Gas
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
Business Class:
Environmental Sci and Planning
Job Posting:
May 1, 2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Project Manager
Align your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your field of study directly supports environmental project management. A degree in environmental science, civil engineering, or environmental policy strengthens your petition. A business degree alone may trigger an RFE without supplemental coursework or credentials.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Environmental Project Manager roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this occupation code. That filing history signals an established sponsorship process, which reduces the risk of delays after you receive an offer.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 11-9199 or 17-2081 before your offer conversation so you know the wage floor your employer is legally required to meet.
Prioritize consulting and federal contractors
Environmental consulting firms and federal contractors routinely sponsor H-1B visas because project work is tied to government contracts requiring certified professionals. These employers have dedicated immigration counsel and recurring petition cycles, which shortens your wait between offer and filing.
Document your project management credentials early
Gather site assessment reports, remediation plans, and permits you authored or managed before your H-1B petition is filed. USCIS may request evidence that your duties require a specialized degree, and project documentation tied to your name directly supports that claim.
Confirm cap-exempt eligibility for faster filing
If your employer is a nonprofit research organization, university, or government research entity, your H-1B petition may be cap-exempt and can be filed any time of year. Confirm this status with USCIS criteria before April to avoid waiting for the next lottery cycle.
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Find Environmental Project Manager JobsEnvironmental Project Manager H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Project Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as environmental science, environmental engineering, or geology. USCIS evaluates the job description, not just the title. If the role involves regulatory compliance, site remediation, or environmental impact analysis, the specialty occupation standard is typically met. Roles framed as general project coordination without a field-specific degree requirement are more likely to face an RFE.
Which employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for environmental project managers?
Environmental consulting firms, civil and geotechnical engineering companies, federal contractors working on EPA or Department of Defense cleanup sites, and utilities with environmental compliance obligations are the most active sponsors. These employers file LCAs repeatedly for this occupation because the work is tied to regulated projects requiring credentialed professionals. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the LCA prevailing wage requirement affect my offer negotiation as an H-1B candidate?
Your employer must certify with DOL that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your specific location and experience level before USCIS will approve your H-1B petition. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your metro area before you receive an offer. If an employer offers below the certified wage floor, the petition cannot proceed, so knowing the threshold in advance protects you during negotiation.
Can I work on environmental project sites in multiple states on a single H-1B?
Yes, but your employer must file a new or amended LCA for each worksite location where you spend substantial time, typically more than 40 consecutive hours or more than 60 days within a year. The LCA must reflect the prevailing wage for each worksite's metropolitan area. Short-term assignments under those thresholds may fall under a short-term placement exception, but your employer's immigration counsel should confirm the filing obligations before you travel to a new site.
Does holding a Professional Engineer license or PMP certification strengthen my H-1B petition?
A Professional Engineer license strengthens your petition significantly because it is state-issued, degree-contingent, and directly tied to environmental project work regulated at the federal and state level. The PMP credential adds supporting evidence but is not degree-gated the same way, so it carries less weight in a specialty occupation argument on its own. Including both in your petition package gives USCIS a clearer picture of the specialized expertise your role requires.
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