Nebraska Department of Transportation
Environmental Project Manager
Nebraska Department of Transportation, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511
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The work we do matters!
Job Description:
At the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), we reward our employees' hard work with a positive and supportive work culture where forward-thinking is encouraged. We provide training/career development, advancement opportunities, ample paid time off, work-life balance, and exciting and challenging work opportunities. Join our Project Development Division as an Environmental Project Manager.
We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
Military leave
Tuition reimbursement program
Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
79% employer-paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program
Fun, inviting teammates
Pay range is $37.370 - $55.088 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.
JOB DUTIES:
The Environmental Program Manager will aid in the delivery of state and federal aid-funded construction projects. The successful applicant will assist in balancing project and program deliverability, scope, cost, and schedules; be part of a five-member team of technical project delivery managers with expertise in project design, environmental requirements, scheduling construction, and funding. The team will work with all representatives assigned to assist with project delivery, coordinate between central complex and district staff, and help to create a culture of increased accountability and streamlined processes.
Technical Environmental Coordination: Coordinate with environmental project delivery team responsible for initiating, planning, and delivering NEPA documentation and technical resource approvals such as water resources, historic properties, noise and air, hazardous materials, and endangered species.
Environmental Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Identify NDOT program and project delivery risks and develop solutions to avoid project delays.
Technical Project Management: Participate in and ensure continuous coordination and communication with Super Team (Technical Project Managers) to efficiently deliver construction program, reduce waste, and improve productivity and schedule reliability.
External Engagement: Engage federal, state, and local resource and regulatory agencies, LPA's, and consultants to share project impact information, negotiate courses of action, and achieve mutual objectives.
Quality Assurance: Perform quality assurance for environmental project delivery process and participate in program audits.
Public Engagement: In cooperation with the Communication Division, participate in the planning and execution of meaningful public engagement for project delivery.
Document Approval: Review and recommend approval of environmental documents and/or permits.
Contractual Services: Develop, review, and coordinate detailed scopes of services and cost estimates, including project schedules. This will require conducting effective project negotiations to maintain cost control.
Contract Management: Manage consultant contracts to ensure accountability to cost, deliverables, and schedule.
Project Delivery: Assist in the development of an environmental delivery system.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in the physical sciences, natural sciences, environmental science, geology, biology, agronomy, civil engineering, environmental engineering, landscape architecture, or related field, AND three (3) years’ experience working with environmental documentation and/or compliance, specifically in the fields of NEPA, wetlands and waterways delineation and permitting, stormwater permitting, Historic Properties or other environmental technical support subject matter disciplines. Additional years of experience in the above work areas may substitute for the bachelor’s degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a field listed above may substitute for two of the three years’ required experience.
Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of three years of experience working with environmental documentation and/or compliance, specifically in the fields of NEPA and 404 Permitting. Master’s degree in physical, natural, or environmental science or planning, environmental engineering, biology, agronomy, soil science or related field. Project management training. OTHER: Effective communication skills are required in order to perform the essential functions of the job. Regular and reliable attendance is also required.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Ability to:
Read, understand, and assess engineering plans to identify environmental concerns.
Communicate information to project delivery team members, the public, elected officials, design professionals, and resource agencies.
Interpret environmental rules, regulations, and laws.
Communicate and work cooperatively with NDOT Environmental Management, Biologists, Engineering Design, Project Scheduling, Bridge and Roadway Design, Local Projects, Consultants, and District staff to incorporate requirements and ensure the highway project design and subsequent project construction complies with associated requirements and any commitments made during the development of projects.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37.37 per hour
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Lincoln, NE 68502 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Lincoln, NE 68502: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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The work we do matters!
Job Description:
At the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), we reward our employees' hard work with a positive and supportive work culture where forward-thinking is encouraged. We provide training/career development, advancement opportunities, ample paid time off, work-life balance, and exciting and challenging work opportunities. Join our Project Development Division as an Environmental Project Manager.
We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
Military leave
Tuition reimbursement program
Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
79% employer-paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program
Fun, inviting teammates
Pay range is $37.370 - $55.088 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.
JOB DUTIES:
The Environmental Program Manager will aid in the delivery of state and federal aid-funded construction projects. The successful applicant will assist in balancing project and program deliverability, scope, cost, and schedules; be part of a five-member team of technical project delivery managers with expertise in project design, environmental requirements, scheduling construction, and funding. The team will work with all representatives assigned to assist with project delivery, coordinate between central complex and district staff, and help to create a culture of increased accountability and streamlined processes.
Technical Environmental Coordination: Coordinate with environmental project delivery team responsible for initiating, planning, and delivering NEPA documentation and technical resource approvals such as water resources, historic properties, noise and air, hazardous materials, and endangered species.
Environmental Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Identify NDOT program and project delivery risks and develop solutions to avoid project delays.
Technical Project Management: Participate in and ensure continuous coordination and communication with Super Team (Technical Project Managers) to efficiently deliver construction program, reduce waste, and improve productivity and schedule reliability.
External Engagement: Engage federal, state, and local resource and regulatory agencies, LPA's, and consultants to share project impact information, negotiate courses of action, and achieve mutual objectives.
Quality Assurance: Perform quality assurance for environmental project delivery process and participate in program audits.
Public Engagement: In cooperation with the Communication Division, participate in the planning and execution of meaningful public engagement for project delivery.
Document Approval: Review and recommend approval of environmental documents and/or permits.
Contractual Services: Develop, review, and coordinate detailed scopes of services and cost estimates, including project schedules. This will require conducting effective project negotiations to maintain cost control.
Contract Management: Manage consultant contracts to ensure accountability to cost, deliverables, and schedule.
Project Delivery: Assist in the development of an environmental delivery system.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in the physical sciences, natural sciences, environmental science, geology, biology, agronomy, civil engineering, environmental engineering, landscape architecture, or related field, AND three (3) years’ experience working with environmental documentation and/or compliance, specifically in the fields of NEPA, wetlands and waterways delineation and permitting, stormwater permitting, Historic Properties or other environmental technical support subject matter disciplines. Additional years of experience in the above work areas may substitute for the bachelor’s degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a field listed above may substitute for two of the three years’ required experience.
Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of three years of experience working with environmental documentation and/or compliance, specifically in the fields of NEPA and 404 Permitting. Master’s degree in physical, natural, or environmental science or planning, environmental engineering, biology, agronomy, soil science or related field. Project management training. OTHER: Effective communication skills are required in order to perform the essential functions of the job. Regular and reliable attendance is also required.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Ability to:
Read, understand, and assess engineering plans to identify environmental concerns.
Communicate information to project delivery team members, the public, elected officials, design professionals, and resource agencies.
Interpret environmental rules, regulations, and laws.
Communicate and work cooperatively with NDOT Environmental Management, Biologists, Engineering Design, Project Scheduling, Bridge and Roadway Design, Local Projects, Consultants, and District staff to incorporate requirements and ensure the highway project design and subsequent project construction complies with associated requirements and any commitments made during the development of projects.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37.37 per hour
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Lincoln, NE 68502 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Lincoln, NE 68502: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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