Environmental Permitting Manager

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Environmental Permitting Manager in our Indianapolis Headquarters. This role oversees and directs a team of dedicated professionals in preparing and managing permits, reports, and assessments required in support of water resource projects. The position also coordinates with utility stakeholders, including identification of existing utilities within project areas, assessing the need for relocations, and obtaining necessary relocation work plans.

• Provide management, oversight, and QA/QC for the company-wide Permitting & Utilities Coordination Team.
• Oversee preparation, submission, and tracking of environmental and civil permits.
• Prepare SWPP plans and details for construction projects.
• Draft and approve Environmental Assessments and Reports for funding and permitting agencies.
• Conduct environmental, permitting, and utility coordination due diligence on potential project sites.
• Coordinate with sub-consultants for specialty investigations.
• Lead project utility coordination efforts.
• Lead and develop the skills of the Permitting & Utilities Coordination Team.
• Develop and implement utility coordination and permitting strategies for assigned projects.
• Coordinate support schedules with design teams.
• Participate in budgeting for assigned tasks.
• Meet with regulatory agencies to define requirements and achieve acceptable permit conditions.
• Meet with utility stakeholders to define existing utilities locations, impacts, and relocate needs.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory agencies, partners, contractors, consultants, utilities, and stakeholders.
• Monitor upcoming regulations for impact and identify business development opportunities.
• Execute and track target marketing and project development activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Urban Planning, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in a water resource-related field.
• 5+ years of experience with local, state, and/or federal environmental or regulatory agencies.
• 5+ years of team leadership experience.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ArcGIS.
• Assertive interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, ability to prioritize.

• Competitive base salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance, including maternity leave.
• Supplemental insurance.
• AD&D coverage.
• Matching 401(k) and profit sharing.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Additional incentive pay for each hour worked beyond the 40‑hour schedule.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee outings.

All offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Civil Engineering