Permitting / Environmental Compliance Manager - Rail and Transit

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for. Job Description: Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Permitting / Environmental Compliance Manager to join our team! In this role, you'll have the privilege of working on the premier Infrastructure project in the Country, as well as receive all of the benefits of working for Parsons! This Program is the most Urgent infrastructure program in the country - a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark NJ and NYC. Program background The Gateway Program is the most urgent infrastructure program in the country – a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark, New Jersey and New York City, the busiest section of the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The first phase of the Gateway Program includes the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), which includes the construction of a new two-track tunnel under the Hudson River connecting to Penn Station New York as well as the full rehabilitation of the existing 110-year-old North River Tunnel. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC), established through bi-state legislation, is responsible for the financing and development of the Hudson Tunnel Project. As a tri-venture partner with Parsons, Arcadis, and Mace (MPA) is the Delivery Partners (DP) to provide advice, leadership, and support to GDC for the development and implementation of HTP. This is a master service with task order contracts for a 15-year contract encompassing a broad range of strategic advisory services, project management, design management, construction management, stakeholder coordination, federal compliance, operations support, office administration, and related services. Purpose of the Role: The Permitting / Environmental Compliance Manager will play a key role in ensuring the project adheres to all environmental, regulatory, and permitting requirements throughout its lifecycle. The successful candidate will oversee the coordination, implementation, and monitoring of compliance with federal, state, and local permits, regulations, and project-specific environmental commitments. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple disciplines to ensure the project’s environmental stewardship and regulatory obligations are met. What You'll Be Doing: Permitting and Regulatory Compliance Lead the management and tracking of all project permits, approvals, and regulatory requirements, including compliance with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) commitments. Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including those from agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, EPA, and New Jersey Departments of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC). Serve as the primary liaison between the project team and regulatory agencies to address permitting and compliance issues. Provide technical guidance and oversight to project teams, contractors, and consultants regarding permitting requirements. Monitoring and Reporting Develop and implement compliance monitoring protocols to ensure all project activities align with environmental commitments and permit conditions. Prepare and submit compliance reports to regulatory agencies as required by permits and project agreements. Maintain detailed records of all permitting and compliance activities, ensuring documentation is accurate and accessible. Collaboration and Communication Coordinate closely with engineering, construction, environmental, and legal teams to ensure permitting requirements are integrated into project planning and execution. Communicate permitting and compliance expectations to contractors and subcontractors, ensuring proper training and understanding of obligations. Proactively identify potential compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies. Stakeholder Engagement Work collaboratively with regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and community groups to address permitting and compliance concerns. Support public outreach efforts related to environmental and permitting aspects of the project. What Required Skills You'll Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, or a related field. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in environmental permitting, compliance management, or related roles on large-scale infrastructure projects. What Desired Skills You'll Bring: Experience in permitting of Rail and Transit projects in the NJ and NYC area. Tunnel experience a plus Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Not Applicable/None This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next! Salary Range: $100,900.00 - $176,600.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/. Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Salary : $100,900 - $176,600