Environmental Program Manager – Federal

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…and we want unique individuals to come learn, grow, and thrive within our 30-year employee-owned company.  Pinyon is a purpose-driven firm that does work which matters in the communities we live; our employee-owners are encouraged to drive their career paths towards their career goals; we want you to be the next team member to experience our welcoming culture where work is rewarding. 
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About this position
Pinyon is seeking an Environmental Program Manager for our Federal Market. This person will form the connection between technical expertise and project management to provide the ideal Pinyon customer experience. The ideal Program Manager will have proven skills in both Technical Expertise and Project Manager and have demonstrated ability in both realms.
The candidate will also carry responsibility – in collaboration with Market Managers in the Federal and Water spaces – to develop and implement a business development strategy specific to their program/client center. A general task with this responsibly, particularly shortly after hire, is to identify “where we are going, and how we will get there”. That is, an implementable strategic plan that identifies tactics, metrics of success, milestones, etc., in coordination with key Pinyon support personnel. This will include identifying key metrics of success such as “pipeline generated” or “proposals responded to” which will result in a robust backlog and project types that are especially exciting for the candidate and the Pinyon NEPA team. Other responsibilities are expected to include support of Pinyon’s QA/QC program (including conducting senior review); staff mentorship (including technical training and project management training); key program/client management (including active client engagement/business development); and brand development in coordination with Pinyon’s marketing team and participation at key conferences. In summary, this position will include Technical/Program Management (~60% of time); Program/Contract Management (~20%); and Business Development (~20%). It is expected that this position and responsibilities will be dynamic based on need, market conditions, project/client needs, etc.; therefore, the ideal candidate must be self-motivated and adaptable.
Pinyon believes this is an exciting opportunity for a candidate to formulate an environmental program in the federal/water spaces that allows her/him to grow in their career while also helping Pinyon meet its strategic goals.
Essential Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Environmental Assessments, meeting requirements for various federal agencies as noted above. Possibility to manage Environmental Impact Statements as the program develops and matures.

• Program management in the federal and water spaces, including developing and implementing a strategic plan that defines “where are we going, and how will we get there.”

  • Complete Quality Assurance and Quality Control reviews for NEPA documents and technical reports.

  • Mentor staff in technical analysis and task/project management

• Active business development, including responses to Requests for Proposals/Qualifications, scope and fee, client engagement, brand development, etc.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental discipline (e.g., environmental science, biology, environmental planning, environmental engineering); master’s degree preferred.

• 20+ years of experience in NEPA and project planning, ideally with a land management agency(s) such as the USFS, NRCS, BLM, USACE, etc. 

• 10+ years of Project Management experience with a portfolio that includes leading the successful completion of Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements.

• Consulting experience is preferred.

• Knowledge of Section 106, Section 7, and Section 404 clearance and permitting requirements, including state join permit Application processes.

• Strong technical writing skills and effective communication skills are essential.

• Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-disciplined team of resource specialists (e.g., biologists, planners, historians) is required.

• Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.

Application Process
To submit your resume and cover letter visit our careers page at https://pinyon-env.net/careers/, select your desired position, click ‘Apply Now’ on the right, and complete the submission form. For any accommodation needs during the application process, please reach out to Employee Services via email at [email protected] or by phone at 303.980.5200.
Application deadline
Our team will review applications upon receipt and will schedule interviews with qualified candidates. The application acceptance will stay open until we have a strong pool of candidates, or until a candidate is chosen. We appreciate the time and effort you’ve put into your application and will give each submission careful consideration.
Summary of Benefits
Pinyon offers a comprehensive range of benefits including accrued vacation, sick, and paid holidays; 100% employer paid premiums for health insurance through United Health, 100% employer paid premiums for base dental and vison insurances through MetLife; long term disability; life insurance; ESOP and employer matching 401k.  Pinyon also offers several bonus programs including an overtime bonus program, profit share program, and a spot bonus program.
EEO Statement
Pinyon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.
About Pinyon
Pinyon was established in 1993 by Lauren Evans, PE, and she has grown Pinyon from a one-woman outfit based out of her garage, to a thriving and growing environmental consulting firm. The firm now employs over 80 environmental professionals and support personnel and has expanded from its headquarters in Lakewood, Colorado (near Denver) to include branch offices in Loveland and Colorado Springs, Colorado, as well as a satellite office in Phoenix, Arizona. Pinyon is a client-centric environmental consulting firm that works towards collaborative solutions to advance our clients’ needs while protecting environmental health and safety. Pinyon supports private and public sector projects for commercial and industrial, energy, public works, federal, and transportation clients. Given the depth and breadth of our technical team, we are the go-to firm for permitting and compliance on the local level and looking to expand our NEPA qualifications across multiple market sectors. Pinyon is committed to continue to expand our portfolio of projects both in our current geographies and elsewhere in the United States.

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