Key skills
Project Management
About this role
ICF is looking for a dynamic Principal Environmental Planner to join our Mining Team and lead impactful projects throughout the Mountain West region. The role involves overseeing federal, state, and local permitting, NEPA compliance, and driving business development efforts in the mining sector.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee federal, state, and local permitting as well as NEPA compliance for both coal and non-coal mining and energy projects
- Act as the primary contact for government agencies (local, state, and federal) and private sector clients, including mining companies, developers, and engineering firms
- Coordinate and guide multidisciplinary teams through research, technical document preparation, and client engagement
- Drive focused marketing and business development efforts to expand ICF’s presence and client base in the Mountain West
- Build and strengthen relationships with mining companies, key state/county officials, and strategic partners in engineering, hydrology, hydrogeology, and geology
- Represent ICF at national and state mining conferences to showcase our technical expertise and grow our professional network
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Geology, Physical Science, Natural Science, Policy, Environmental Science, or related field
- 12+ years of experience with environmental reviews, mine permitting, or NEPA project management at the national, state, or local level
- Master's degree in a related discipline
- 10+ years managing or preparing environmental permitting and NEPA documentation
- Recent hands-on experience with U.S. Department of the Interior and Mountain West States regulations and policies
- Direct experience securing environmental permits and reviewing technical studies addressing biological/cultural resources, air quality, noise, traffic, and hydrology
- Experience developing and permitting Plans of Operation
- Expertise in pre-NEPA activities such as surveys, data collection, and supplemental reports
- Proven success in crafting and implementing business growth strategies for mining clients
- Strong ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships