Environmental Senior Project Manager – Energy Sector Leader

Overview

Kimley-Horn is seeking a driven and mission-aligned Environmental Senior Project Manager with a passion for shaping the future of energy and environmental services. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone ready to grow and lead our Environmental and Energy practice, focusing on regulatory strategy, stakeholder engagement, permitting, and cross-sector project delivery.  We’re looking for an entrepreneurial leader with deep experience across traditional and renewable energy sectors—someone who thrives in complexity, influences policy, and delivers results through strategic execution and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow Kimley-Horn’s Environmental and Energy practice across geographies and sectors (oil & gas, helium, geothermal, carbon sequestration, renewables).

• Manage regulatory permitting and strategy for multi-state and federal energy infrastructure and development projects.

• Drive stakeholder and agency engagement, including tribal consultation, community outreach, and public-private partnerships.

• Build strong relationships with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies (e.g., BLM, USFWS, DOE, EPA).

• Oversee project delivery, scope, budget, and client engagement for large-scale and technically complex efforts.

• Mentor and develop a cross-functional team of environmental, planning, and engineering professionals.

• Support business development, capture planning, and strategic pursuits aligned with Kimley-Horn’s mission and national energy goals.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of progressive experience in energy, environmental consulting, regulatory affairs, or EHS/ESG leadership.

• Expertise in NEPA, CEQA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and state-level permitting (e.g., COGCC, RRC, CDPHE).

• A track record of leading multi-agency approvals, policy advocacy, and environmental due diligence.

• Demonstrated ability to scale teams, develop new markets, and guide clients through complex regulatory landscapes.

• Deep understanding of capital planning, land strategy, and environmental risk management in both conventional and low-carbon energy systems.

• Strong business acumen, client-facing leadership, and the ability to build high-trust partnerships.

• Executive MBA or advanced technical degree (e.g., M.S. Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field) preferred.

Salary Range:

• $160k-$210k
• Eligible for performance based bonuses

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.