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Environmental Project Manager/Land Use Permitting Specialist

Zing Recruiting
Rockaway, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
Environmental Project Manager / Land Use Permitting Specialist

Location: Rockaway, NJ

Zing is seeking a diligent and qualified Environmental Project Manager / Land Use Permitting Specialist to join a well-established, multi-disciplinary environmental consulting team.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct wetland delineations
  • Perform functional assessments and hydrological studies
  • Manage land use permitting for wetlands, flood hazard areas, coastal and riparian regulations
  • Prepare environmental impact assessments
  • Conduct ecological evaluations and risk assessments
  • Perform threatened and endangered species assessments
  • Review development plans to identify regulatory constraints and permitting requirements
  • Manage projects from proposal preparation through completion

Requirements

  • Significant relevant experience in environmental consulting
  • Strong experience with NJDEP Land Use and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regulations
  • Knowledge of NYSDEC, PADEP, USFWS, DRCC, Meadowlands, Pinelands, and Highlands Commission regulations
  • Knowledge of regional flora and fauna, including threatened and endangered species
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of ArcGIS
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Ability to perform field work in various terrains and environments
  • Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
  • Willingness to travel within NJ, NY, and PA

Education & Certifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education, training, and recent, relevant industry experience is required
  • Wetland Delineation Certification required
  • Professional Wetland Scientist designation preferred
  • 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training is a plus

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan

Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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