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Lead Environmental Regulatory SpecialistProject Manager

Foth

Job Location:

Newport, RI - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 110000 - 130000

Posted: 13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 14 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms we offer a values-based collaborative and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team Foth may be the place for you.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive92% member retention rate! Learn more at is currently seeking a team-focused innovative and results-orientedLead Environmental Regulatory Specialist/Project Manager who is seeking new learning experiences and career growth this role you will manage environmental regulatory and coastal/waterfront construction projects throughout the Northeast coordinating fieldwork permitting project teams proposals client relationships and technical reporting. This is a hybrid position that can be located in our Marion MA; Newport RI; Petaluma CA; Green Bay WI; Madison WI; or Petaluma CA offices.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide all aspects of project oversight and management for multiple environmental regulatory and construction projects throughout the Northeast
Maintain an in-depth understanding of the regulations and procedures governing coastal/waterfront construction and have established relationships with key regulatory agency personnel
Oversee implementation of specialized projects that include coastal/waterfront development docks and marinas beach-dune system enhancement inlet stabilization and maintenance waterway improvements including shoreline stabilization structures stormwater drainage systems and environmental restoration projects
Support Client Managers with developing leads expanding existing clientele organizing marketing efforts contributing to business development activities assisting in preparation of request for qualifications / request for proposal (RFQ/RFP) response packages and making shortlist presentations
Coordinate environmental and technical fieldwork obtain project regulatory approvals collaborate with design engineering and construction teams/personnel and drive proposal and project procurement
Maintain relationships with high-level clientele government officials and numerous contractors/vendors
Participate in professional organizations networking activities expert panels and other speaking engagements
Supervise the completion of Environmental Impact Statements environmental assessments biological assessments field observation reports and other technical reports

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Coastal Civil or Structural Engineering Coastal Zone Management/Planning Environmental Science or related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar environmental engineering role
Private-sector or government experience especially in the environmental engineering or construction field
Proven track record delivering local state and federal permitting primarily in Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Experience with EPA NPDES permits and local zoning/planning boards
Experience reviewing architectural / engineering plans

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with preparing federal and state grant applications as applicable for securing funding assistance for coastal projects

$110000 - $130000 a year

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status gender identity sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women minorities persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are to applicable state law all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foths Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Notice to Third Party Recruiters/Agencies: Foth does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed recruiting agreement coordinated through Foth Foth reserves the right to pursue and hire candidates without financial obligation to third party recruiters or agencies.

Artificial Intelligence: Foth uses artificial intelligence and other technology-assisted tools in connection with parts of our recruiting and hiring process including to assist with reviewing application materials identifying potentially qualified candidates sourcing candidates and supporting interview preparation. These tools are used to support but do not replace human decision-making and all employment decisions are made by qualified human reviewers. Where required by law we will provide additional information regarding the use of these tools and applicants may contact us with questions or request reasonable accommodation regarding their use.

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