Senior Environmental Manager

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Pape-Dawson
Leading civil & environmental engineering, surveying, and consulting firm serving infrastructure and development projects.
Lead NEPA/ESA assessments, manage projects, stakeholder engagement, and ensure regulatory compliance
10 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Plano, TX
Hybrid
Company Size
1,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Surveying
Planning
Environmental Services
Construction Services
Transportation Engineering
Water Resources
Land Development
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Mining
Land Development
Transportation
Water Resources
Commercial
Corporate Campus
Data Centers
Role
What you would be doing
permit documentation
field research
client meetings
business development
project management
reporting
  • Manage the preparation of documentation including permit applications, regulatory filings, and all client-facing deliverables (e.g., status reports, habitat assessments)
  • Utilize field research and available data to document conclusions concisely.
  • Coordinate and prepare for meetings with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory audiences (including local, state, and federal regulators)
  • 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 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.
What you bring
7+ years
technical writing
problem solving
regulatory knowledge
bachelors
arcgis
  • 7 years' experience preparing environmental assessments for regulatory audiences (e.g., CWA Section 404, ESA Section 10, NEPA)
  • TxDOT environmental pre-certifications preferred.
  • 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.
  • Exceptional technical writing skills**
  • Independent research and problem-solving skills within a work environment
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • 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
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in environmental sciences, transportation planning, environmental planning, or similar discipline. Advanced degree a plus
  • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with all levels of employees in an organization.
  • Must be proficient in MS Word and MS Excel; proficiency in ArcGIS preferred.
  • Exceptional oral and written communications skills
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
$178.7M Revenue
Regional Revenue in 2021
Achieved a significant regional revenue milestone, reflecting substantial growth and success in Texas markets.
142‑mile Pipeline
Vista Ridge Pipeline Project
Completed construction of a major water pipeline project, showcasing expertise in large-scale infrastructure development.
150 Staff Added
2021 Staff Expansion
Significantly expanded workforce to support growing project portfolio and client demand.
  • 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.
Culture + Values
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.
Environment + Sustainability
25%
Water Demand Reduction
Achieved significant potable water demand reduction through drought-mitigation systems in a pilot project.
500 acre‑feet
Groundwater Storage
Captured and stored groundwater from stormwater networks in Austin after two wet seasons.
15%
Stormwater Flow Reduction
Reduced peak stormwater flows using aquifer storage/injection wells in Houston.
  • Use of green infrastructure: detention basins, rain gardens, bioswales, permeable pavements for stormwater management.
  • Adoption of dual piping and greywater recycling systems with on‑site treatment.
Inclusion & Diversity
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.
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Senior Environmental Manager at Pape-Dawson in Plano, TX