About the role

The Lead Natural Resources Permitting Specialist will manage complex environmental permitting projects, overseeing scope, budget, and schedule while leading multidisciplinary teams. They will also serve as a trusted advisor to clients, identify business growth opportunities, and mentor junior staff.

What they look for

Project management Environmental permitting Natural resources management Budget management Client relationship management Multidisciplinary team leadership Environmental compliance Strategic planning Proposal preparation Regulatory agency coordination Technical guidance Mentoring Scope management Schedule management Quality assurance

Requirements

Candidates must have 5 to 7 years of experience managing environmental or natural resources projects from initiation to completion. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage project financials is required, with a PMP certification preferred.

Benefits

Medical Dental Vision Disability Life insurance Retirement savings

Full description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Natural Resources Permitting Specialist / Project Manager for our Minneapolis, Minnesota office. Join our Earth & Environment Team and lead complex permitting and environmental compliance projects while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams across the Midwest.

Your Impact

Serve as Project Manager for environmental permitting and natural resources projects, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client communication.
Lead multidisciplinary project teams, coordinating with biologists, environmental scientists, engineers, planners, and technical specialists.
Develop project work plans, staffing plans, schedules, and budget forecasts to ensure successful project execution.
Manage project financial performance, including labor utilization, invoicing, revenue forecasting, and contract compliance.
Maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for additional services and business growth.
Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, client presentations, and strategic planning efforts.
Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance to support their professional growth.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated experience managing environmental, natural resources, or permitting projects from initiation through completion.
5 to 7 years of experience
Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, deliverables, and client expectations.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating technical resources across multiple offices and business units.
Strong understanding of project management principles and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management training.
Experience managing environmental permitting efforts associated with energy, transportation, water resources, or infrastructure projects throughout the Upper Midwest.
Existing relationships with regulatory agencies in Minnesota and surrounding states.

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At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

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The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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