Principal Environmental Planning Project Manager

Role description Arcadis is seeking an experienced Principal Environmental Planning Project Manager to join our Gulf Coast team and lead environmental planning, permitting, siting, and project management efforts across Texas, the Gulf Coast, and surrounding regions. This position will focus on delivering high-quality environmental consulting services across sectors including linear utilities, oil and gas, data centers, carbon capture and utilization/storage (CCUS), power generation, and renewable energies. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for driving growth through client development, managing client relationships, and overseeing project delivery.

You will work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, including biologists, engineers, archaeologists, planners, and technical specialists, to successfully execute environmental projects and develop innovative solutions for clients. This role requires a seasoned professional with deep industry connections, knowledge, strong business acumen, and the ability to lead cross‑functional teams. Role accountabilities As a Principal Environmental Planning Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing complex environmental projects across sectors such as energy, data centers, CCUS, and renewable energy with a focus on environmental permitting and planning, regulatory compliance and sustainability goals, while driving innovation in methodologies and project delivery.

You will develop permitting strategies and manage regulatory processes to ensure successful project outcomes. You must have expertise with the Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and other state and federal laws, and have demonstrated experience coordinating with regulatory agencies, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S.

Fish and Wildlife Service, and Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUCT). Additionally, you must have demonstrated experience with the oversight and preparation of technical environmental documents, including permit applications, NEPA reports, routing and siting studies, and Certificates of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) filings for the PUCT. You will provide senior‑level QA/QC for client deliverables, regulatory filings, and consultation strategies to ensure compliance and accuracy, manage interdisciplinary project teams, foster collaboration and ensure delivery of high‑quality work products within schedule and budget constraints.

You will mentor and guide junior staff and technical experts, promote professional growth, and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. In this role you will also build and maintain client relationships, leveraging existing networks to identify new opportunities and lead pursuits, including proposal development, scope preparation, and cost estimation. You will participate in industry networking events and market‑facing activities to enhance Arcadis' presence and identify new business opportunities.

Frequent client engagement is required, emphasizing building and maintaining strong relationships through regular in‑person meetings in the Houston area. The role requires achieving an initial sales target of approximately $500,000+ in the first year, with expectations for growth and increased goals each subsequent year. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, urban planning, engineering, or similar discipline 10+ years of experience managing environmental planning, permitting, siting, and/or energy projects in Texas and the Gulf Region Extensive experience with state and federal regulations, including NEPA, CWA, ESA, and CCN filings for PUCT Demonstrated expertise in environmental planning and permitting for energy infrastructure, data centers, and/or CCUS projects Strong technical writing, strategic problem‑solving, and project management skills Benefits Arcadis offers benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions, including medical, dental, and vision, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), short‑term and long‑term disability, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program, and optional benefits such as wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days paid time off that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $124,700 – $187,050. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer Arcadis is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr