Environmental Planner - Principal

<p><b><span>Principal Environmental Planner and NEPA Project Manager </span></b></p><p></p><p><b><span>Ready to make a difference?</span></b><br>ICF is seeking an experienced <b><span>Principal Environmental Planner and Project Manager</span></b> with consulting experience to play a key role in our growing environmental planning business. The ideal candidate will have experience and technical expertise leading projects through compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and associated regulations. </p><p></p><p>We help clients achieve compliance with NEPA through the preparation of or review of Environmental Impact Statements (EISs), Environmental Assessments (EAs), and Categorical Exclusions (CatExs) for projects nationwide. This position will support clients’ NEPA compliance for transportation and energy projects, including commercial space transportation, renewable energy, mining, pipelines, and transmission.  </p><p></p><p><b><span>Why you will love working here:</span></b></p><p>We are the Environment & Planning Division. We are passionate about doing what’s right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment. We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence—these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow.</p><ul><li><b><span>Quality of life: </span></b>Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance</li><li><b><span>Investment of the community: </span></b>Donation matching, volunteer opportunities</li><li><b><span>Investment in you: </span></b>Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan</li><li><b><span>And many, many more</span></b> (Ask your recruiter for more details!)</li></ul><p><br><b><span>Key Responsibilities for this position may include: </span></b><br>Project Management for energy projects:  </p><ul><li>Acting as the PM on NEPA documents as a representative for commercial clients and lead agencies. </li><li>Leading consultation efforts and ensuring compliance with relevant laws including Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).</li><li>Directing technical staff on project teams. </li><li>Coordinating project deliverables with document production staff. </li><li>Monitoring project scopes, schedules, and budgets. </li><li>Organizing and facilitating meetings (such as preparing agendas, developing and presenting meeting content, and preparing summaries). </li><li>Communicating with clients, applicants, stakeholders, and agency staff. </li></ul><p></p><p>Serving as lead reviewer and task manager for NEPA projects:</p><ul><li>Reviewing environmental components of applications to ensure enough information is available to initiate and conduct the NEPA process. </li><li>Interacting with applicants and agency staff to provide guidance and direction on NEPA compliance.  </li><li>Helping agency staff manage the preparation of CatExs, EAs, and EISs (which are usually prepared by the applicant’s contractor).  </li><li>Reviewing NEPA documents prepared by the applicant’s contractor for adequacy and completeness.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>What you need to have (Minimum Qualifications):</span></b></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in natural or physical science, public policy, economics, environmental management or related subjects.</li><li>12+ years of professional experience preparing and/or reviewing documents in compliance with NEPA and associated regulations.</li><li>Ability to travel for client meetings, as needed.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>What we would like you to have (Preferred Qualifications):</span></b></p><ul><li>Project management experience.</li><li>Experience with developing and maintaining project schedules and budgets. </li><li>Experience interfacing with clients and internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Experience with energy projects.</li></ul><p><br><b><span>Professional skills you will use: </span></b></p><ul><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint). </li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including ability to prioritize and multi-task under strict deadlines. </li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to succeed with new and challenging tasks. </li><li>Setting challenging, measurable and sustainable goals in collaboration with manager(s). </li><li>Identifying and meeting the needs of clients within established guidelines. </li><li>Working collaboratively with project team and client to achieve established goals. </li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><u><b>Working at ICF</b></u></p>ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><p><span><span>We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer</span><span>.</span><span><span> </span></span><span>Together, our employees are empowered to share their<span> </span></span><span>expertise</span><span><span> </span>and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our </span></span><a href="https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><u><span>EEO</span></u></a><span><span><span> </span>policy.</span></span></p><p></p><p><span>We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span><span>Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with<span> </span></span><span>sincerely held</span><span><span> </span>religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request<span> </span></span><span>an accommodation,</span><span><span> </span>please email </span></span><a href="mailto:Candidateaccommodation@icf.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><u><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Candidateaccommodation@icf.com</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></u></a><span><span> and we will be happy to<span> </span></span><span>assist</span><span>. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent<span> </span></span><span>required</span><span><span> </span>to provide needed reasonable accommodations. </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p></p></div><div><p><span><span>Read more about </span></span><a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><u><span>workplace discrimination righ</span><span>t</span><span>s</span></u></a><span><span><span> </span>or our benefit offerings which are included in the </span></span><a href="https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><u><span>Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage</span><span><span> </span></span><span>Act.</span></u></a><span> </span></p></div><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit"> </p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><b><u>Candidate AI Usage Policy</u></b></div><div><div><p style="text-align:left"><span><span>At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or<span> </span></span><span>assist</span><span><span> </span>with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not<span> </span></span><span>permitted</span><span>. This policy is in place to<span> </span></span><span>maintain</span><span><span> </span>the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. </span></span><span> </span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p></div><div><p style="text-align:left"><span><span>However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation</span><span><span> that involves the use of AI. </span>If<span> </span></span><span>such an</span><span><span> </span>accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at </span></span><a href="mailto:candidateaccommodation@icf.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><u><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span class="WIO0"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">candidateaccommodation@icf.com</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></u></a><span><span>. We<span> </span></span><span>are dedicated to providing</span><span><span> </span>the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.</span></span> <span><span> </span></span></p></div></div><p style="text-align:inherit"><br> </p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Pay Range</b><span> - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final </span><span>pay</span><span> for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. </span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>The pay range for this position </span><span>based on full-time employment </span><span>is</span>:</p>$108,006.00 - $183,610.00<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>DC Remote Office (DC99)

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