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Compliance and Permitting Project Manager

Brown and Caldwell
Phoenix, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2026

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Are you an individual who takes pride in delivering exceptional work? Our Private Sector Enterprise has an immediate opening for a full-time entry-level scientist to join our national Compliance and Permitting team. We are seeking a motivated, achievement-oriented individual who can help us fulfill our commitment to deliver client success on each and every project we undertake. You will work with and be mentored by nationally recognized, senior technical staff.

Detailed Description:
This role will provide a high level of support for ongoing and new projects addressing environmental concerns of private sector projects throughout the southern portion of the United States. In addition, this position will support project development (i.e., scopes of work, proposals and project budgeting), compliance strategy development, representing our clients in negotiations with regulatory agencies, and promoting a high level of technical competence in our work products. The position also provides the opportunity to manage projects of varying size and complexity. Additional job responsibilities are as follows:

  • Manage and execute work on compliance and permitting for industrial, commercial and/or retail facilities including program planning and development, permitting, and reporting.
  • Support client program internally for large, multi-disciplined team, coordinating program planning, and supporting program task managers to execute program plan, team training, and report writing.
  • Manage multiple complex projects and programs in diverse settings and with changing requirements.
  • Participate in a fast-paced, highly collaborative team atmosphere.
  • Successfully manage and deliver projects on time, on budget, and with high quality.
  • Utilize internal project management tools and resources.
  • Participate in improving company resources and tools to improve production and efficiency.
  • Mentor/supervise, delegate, and oversee the work of technical staff and engineers; coordinate with other
    disciplines.
  • Ensure the program team is implementing BC’s quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) process

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • B.S. in engineering, planning, environmental science, geology, or related discipline required.
  • 2 years of professional related experience.
  • Project management skills including attention to health and safety; program delivery strategy development and execution by collaborating with a team of project managers and staff; financial metrics tracking; strong organization; ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment; military background (not required); and implementation of QA/QC.
  • Thorough knowledge of environmental regulations and environmental due diligence.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective presentations and written report preparation.
  • Valid driver’s license and good driving record are required, as this position requires the ability to rent and safely drive a rental vehicle for business
  • The candidate should have the ability to successfully collaborate with BC’s local, regional, and national Compliance and Permitting practitioners as well as help mentor junior staff.
  • Project experience facilitating and working with regulators and clients on projects associated with site specific investigations, remediation, compliance and permitting.
  • Experience communicating with environmental regulatory agencies on permitting and compliance matters.
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills required.
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills required.
  • Experience and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.  These ranges may be modified in the future.  

Location A: $72,000 - $98,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter. 

Benefits and Other Compensation:  We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits. 

About Brown and Caldwell  

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com 

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.  

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.   

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

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Salary : $72,000 - $98,000

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