Pinyon is different
and we want unique individuals to come learn, grow, and thrive within
our 30-year employee-owned company. Pinyon is a purpose-driven firm that does
work which matters in the communities we live; our employee-owners are
encouraged to drive their career paths towards their career goals; we want
you to be the next team member to experience our welcoming culture where work
is rewarding.
Let us prove it!
If you're excited about this opportunity to contribute to a workplace that
values diversity and fosters inclusivity, please apply, even if you think
you do not fully meet the qualifications. Pinyon is a company of opportunity.
About this Position
Our Environmental Project Managers work on a variety of projects, from
Categorical Exclusions (CatExs) to large and complex Environmental
Assessments (EAs) to supporting Environmental Impact Statements
(EISs), covering a multitude of service areas. We are seeking a seasoned
Environmental Project Manager with demonstrated experience leading NEPA and
planning projects that have a nexus with the Federal Highway Administration,
Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and
various state departments of transportation. Pinyon has a strong background
and reputation for conducting all aspects of NEPA projects in the
transportation space, particularly in Colorado and Arizona, but also in
other states such as Nevada and Texas. Pinyon employs technical experts across
numerous disciplines, such as air quality and noise, biological
resources/wetlands, hazardous materials, cultural resources, and water
resources/quality. As an Environmental Project Manager, you will be
coordinating these multidisciplinary teams to advance our clients' project
goals and to help projects navigate the requirements of NEPA. We pride
ourselves on identifying project roadblocks, and working in concert with
regulators and the project team to negotiate a path forward in ways that are
environmentally conscientious, as well as cost- and time-effective for our
clients. You'll never get bored in this position, as you'll have the
opportunity to apply your knowledge and expertise in new ways to every project
People successful in this position foster deep relationships with technical
experts internally across the Project Delivery team, as well as develop
external relationships with local, state, and federal agency personnel.
Although we work in a fast-paced environment, we strive to appropriately
balance workloads for all our employees our goal is to keep our employees
engaged with meaningful work, while preventing burnout. In this role, you
will have the opportunity to explore careers paths without getting siloed into
one specialty or market. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience
to primarily support our current transportation portfolio, and occasionally
contribute to our growing portfolio of projects in other markets such as the
Federal space. Ideally, this candidate would work from our Lakewood,
Colorado headquarters, but remote work options may be considered.
Essential Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of transportation-related Categorical Exclusions and
Environmental Assessments, meeting requirements for various federal agencies.
Complete technical analysis for one or more of the NEPA-adjacent technical
resource areas, especially those not covered by Pinyon's other technical
groups (e.g., environmental justice, non-historic Section 4(f),
community impacts).
Complete technical scopes for proposals.
Client engagement and business development.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Bachelor's degree in environmental discipline (e.g., environmental
science, biology, environmental planning, environmental engineering).
10+ years of NEPA experience with a transportation focus.
5+ years of Project Management experience with a portfolio that includes
leading to the successful completion of CatEx and Environmental Asse sments.
Consulting experience is preferred but not required.
Experience with SEPA or CEQA is preferred but not required.
Knowledge of Section 4(f), Section 106, Section 7, and Section 404
clearance and permitting requirements.
Strong technical writing skills and effective communication skills are
essential.
Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-disciplined team of resource specialists
(e.g., biologists, planners, historians) is required.
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.
Application Process
To submit your resume and cover letter, click 'Apply Now' on the
right, and complete the submission form. For any accommodation needs during
the application process, please reach out to Employee Services via email at
careers@pinyon-env.com or by phone at 303.980.5200. Applications will be
accepted until the position is filled.
Summary of Benefits
Pinyon offers a comprehensive range of benefits including accrued vacation,
sick, and paid holidays; 100% employer paid premiums for health
insurance through United Health, 100% employer paid premiums for base
dental and vison insurances through MetLife; long term disability; life
insurance; ESOP and employer matching 401k. Pinyon also offers several
bonus programs including an overtime bonus program, profit share program,
and a spot bonus program.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
About Pinyon
Pinyon was established in 1993 by Lauren Evans, PE, and she has grown
Pinyon from a one-woman outfit based out of her garage, to a thriving and
growing environmental consulting firm. The firm now employs over 80
environmental professionals and support personnel and has expanded from its
headquarters in Lakewood, Colorado (near Denver) to include branch
offices in Loveland and Colorado Springs, Colorado, as well as a satellite
office in Phoenix, Arizona. Pinyon is a client-centric environmental