Environmental Manager
Pape-Dawson
field research
business development
permit management
stakeholder meetings
project management
environmental assessment
Utilize field research and available data to document conclusions concisely.
Develop Pape-Dawson's book of business by representing the firm to clients and at public forums, developing proposals for new work, responding to Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and identifying strategic growth areas for the Environmental Group
Manage the preparation of documentation including permit applications, regulatory filings, and all client-facing deliverables (e.g., status reports, habitat assessments)
Coordinate and prepare for meetings with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory audiences (including local, state, and federal regulators)
Manage assigned projects including stakeholder and client engagement and communications, budget and project plan tracking and adherence, ensuring the quality of all client deliverables, and routine internal and external reporting.
This position will be responsible for coordinating and authoring environmental assessments and support documentation for regulatory consultation.
arcgis
ms excel
technical writing
7+ years
bs degree
nepa
TxDOT environmental pre-certifications preferred.
This includes but not limited to Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, Habitat Conservation Plans, and Biological Assessments. Experience with Waters of the U.S. regulations is preferred, including demonstrated experience with Section 401 and 404 permits.
High level knowledge of environmental regulations such as the National Historic Preservation Act, the Endangered Species Act and, Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act
Independent research and problem-solving skills within a work environment
Exceptional oral and written communications skills
Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with all levels of employees in an organization.
7 years' experience preparing environmental assessments for regulatory audiences (e.g., CWA Section 404, ESA Section 10, NEPA)
Must be flexible to work within the office hours of 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday; occasional overtime as need to meet project deadlines.
Pape-Dawson is seeking an experienced Environmental Manager to support our growing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) book of business.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in environmental sciences, transportation planning, environmental planning, or similar discipline. Advanced degree a plus
Exceptional technical writing skills**
Must be proficient in MS Word and MS Excel; proficiency in ArcGIS preferred.
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- Founded in 1965 by Gus Pape and Gene Dawson Sr. with just three staff, the firm steadily grew into a major Texas engineering force.
- Headquartered in San Antonio, expanded across Texas—Austin, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Corpus Christi—and beyond through strategic acquisitions.
- A diverse portfolio spans water/wastewater pipelines, transportation systems, commercial and residential land development, and large public infrastructure.
- Standout projects include the AT&T Center and SeaWorld developments in San Antonio, and Amazon’s SAT6 distribution center.
- Specialisms encompass civil engineering, environmental consulting, surveying, water resources management, and transportation planning.
- The company’s growth strategy features high‑profile merges and partnerships—such as Costello (2023), KSA (2024), RaganSmith (2024), and Dowdey‑Anderson (2021)—broadening its geographic and technical reach.
401(k) Match
Generous Benefits
Employees receive a significant contribution to their retirement savings through an impressive 401(k) match program.
- Provide an environment that encourages employee development and satisfaction.
- Monthly birthday celebrations, weekly trivia and bingo breaks, picnics, holiday parties, professional speakers, and networking opportunities.
- Employee engagement is an integral part of working at Pape‑Dawson.
- Competitive pay and benefits including free medical, generous PTO, education and gym reimbursements, flexible and remote work opportunities.
- Employees are encouraged to learn more specific skills through trainings and workshops.
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4.3/5 Rating
Employee Reviews on Glassdoor
This score reflects employee satisfaction with the company's diversity and inclusion efforts, based on 27 reviews.
- The company has not publicly declared DEI strategic goals or gender-specific targets.
- No gender-related workforce statistics are available from the company's website or LinkedIn.
