Senior Regulatory SpecialistProject Manager

AECOM is actively seeking a highly talented Senior Regulatory Specialist/Project Manager for immediate employment within our Natural Resources group. This is a hybrid role will be based in our Sacramento office.

This position would support numerous natural resource projects in the Sacramento area Bay Area and greater Central California area. Candidate will strategize permit approaches and solutions with their clients for small- to large-sized projects lead complex waters and/or species-related permitting efforts and coordinate with resource agency staff. Candidate may contribute to growth of department through marketing pursuits including proposal preparation interviews and business development.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Independently manages project teams to prepare large complex natural resources documents such as Biological Technical Reports Biological Assessments 404/401/1602 Permit Applications 2081 Permit Applications and Habitat Conservation Plans. Operates as primary author or senior reviewer as appropriate.
• Manages projects with large-scale field efforts and intensive schedules.
• Manages large-scale compliance projects requiring adherence to permit conditions.
• Performs project management duties such as forecasting tracking accounting updates invoicing progress reports and scheduling
• Reviews contracts for understanding of scope fee schedule and deliverables and all other contractual obligations.
• Monitors and analyzes project costs commitments accruals and changes and takes corrective action where necessary.
• Operates as primary point of contact for clients and resource agencies on projects.
• Performs client management duties such as recurring status meetings milestone check ins and day-to-day interfacing.
• Focuses on supporting career development of junior individuals in the practice.
• Prepares or contributes to competitive proposals and participates in interviews with large or small teams for a variety of clients.
• Contributes to growth of practice through business development.
• This opportunity may develop into a direct supervisor role overseeing a staff of 2-6 team members.

About AECOMs Environment Business Line
Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed worldwide internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading world class environmental firm and we want you to succeed within it.  We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.

AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the worlds most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in related field (biology ecology or project management/controls).
• 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in preparing regulatory documents/project management within natural resources.
• Valid driver license required and must be able to safely drive to job sites.
• Due to the nature of the work US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in related field (biology ecology or project management/controls).
• 10 years of experience in preparing regulatory documents.
• Significant project management experience with career development of junior and mid-level staff.
• Prior direct supervisor experience.
• Experience with California and federal regulatory processes.
• CEQA/NEPA experience.
• Successful marketing experience.

Additional Information :

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time