DEA's Bellevue, WA office is hiring for an experienced Senior Project Manager in our Water and Environment Business Unit's Environmental Planning and Compliance practice to join DEA's community of scientists, environmental specialists, and planners. This position could also be located in Tacoma or Seattle.DEA's Environmental Planning and Compliance (EP&C) practice specializes in natural resources management; local, state, and federal environmental permitting; Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance; and land use and environmental planning. DEA works throughout Washington and the western United States on interesting and challenging projects with public and private clients, including local municipalities, counties, ports, and transportation agencies, as well as utilities and renewal energy developers. Opportunities may exist to work on projects beyond the Washington region where DEA has offices in Oregon, California, Idaho, Colorado, and Utah.As an employee-owned company, DEA is dedicated to the well-being and success of our staff. DEA's EP&C practice includes a team of varied subject matter experts that enjoy working together to collaborate on effective environmental solutions and strategies. Our team also enjoys a culture of community fostered by DEA's cultural drivers. At DEA, work/life balance is respected and supported through a variety of means, including hybrid and flexible work schedules.The selected candidate will join a talented and robust environmental planning and compliance team, with a particular focus on managing and facilitating the permitting of infrastructure projects, as well as business development and marketing. They will be client-focused, solution-oriented, a skilled communicator, and will strive to anticipate the needs of their client and seek to exceed their expectations.Responsibilities:Provide expertise in local, state, and federal permitting processes in Washington, as well as knowledge of project design and construction practicesLead the preparation of environmental documents such as state and federal removal-fill permit applications, ESA compliance documents (Biological Assessments, No Effect memos), technical reports and permitting strategiesEnsure excellence in project execution for on-time, on-budget deliverables to meet or exceed DEA's and the industry's standard of careSuccessfully manage projects within budget and on schedule, and ensure submittal of high-quality deliverables to meet or exceed client expectationsManage clients to ensure regular communication, understanding of needs and priorities, and consistent delivery of quality deliverablesCollaborate with project design engineers and contractors to avoid and/or minimize impacts to environmental resources and to support permit complianceReview environmental documents and deliverables for compliance with contractual requirements as part of DEA's Quality Management standardsProvide leadership, guidance and professional development opportunities to project teams and EP&C staffWork with the Market Leader to support permitting and compliance marketing efforts throughout the region, including business development, client outreach, preparation of proposals, participation in project interviews and presentations, and attendance at conferencesWork with the EP&C Practice and Group Leaders to manage office resources and staff availability to complete existing project workPartner with Practice and Group Leaders to support employee development and career growth opportunities for project delivery staffAdhere to firmwide tools, processes, and policies including project accounting (set up, budgeting, etc.), contracting, and quality requirementsOther duties may include staff supervision and mentoringDesired Skills:Excellent