Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager

Aventia

Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager overseeing environmental assessments and regulatory compliance at BEM Systems, a mid-sized environmental consulting firm. Requires strong communication skills and extensive regulatory knowledge.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeMadison • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in regulatory requirements and environmental assessments, with a strong focus on NJDEP, USACE, NEPA, and EO215 compliance. Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and client expectations while preparing detailed reports and permit applications.

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Regulatory Requirements KnowledgeEnvironmental AssessmentsProject ManagementReport PreparationNEPA Compliance

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Hard Skills

Environmental AssessmentsRegulatory Constraints AnalysisPermit ApplicationsBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementReport PreparationClient ManagementProposal PreparationAnalytical SkillsAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Excellent Written SkillsExcellent Oral SkillsLeadershipOrganizational Skills

Industry Keywords

NJDEPUSACENEPAEO215Flood Hazard AreasWetlandsCoastal AreasLand UseThreatened SpeciesEnvironmental Review Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform technical analyses and prepare deliverables on budget and on schedule
Prepare professional reports and permit applications with excellent attention to detail
Manage project/task budgets, invoices, schedules, client expectations, sub-consultants, and support staff
Organize and lead agency meetings
Participate in proposal preparation and pursuit of new projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or higher in Urban Planning, Biology, Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Natural Resources Management, or related field
10+ years of relevant experience in preparation of reports, regulatory constraints analysis, permit applications, and environmental assessments focused primarily on NJDEP, USACE, NEPA, and EO215 requirements.
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements in New Jersey related to waters, flood hazard areas, wetlands, coastal areas, land use, threatened and endangered species, and permitting/approvals.
Experience with the NEPA, EO215, NYSEQR, and/or NYCEQR environmental review processes and associated rules and regulations for capital projects.
Excellent written, oral, and analytical skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package with a starting annual salary plus bonus
Participation in our matching 401(k) Savings Plan
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Excellent opportunities for long-term career growth and future skills development including extensive training opportunities
Tuition reimbursement program