Mining Sector Project Manager

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Mining Sector Project Manager to join our Environmental Planning Group.  This hybrid position will ideally be located in our Anchorage, Alaska office, however, AECOM will consider candidates in other geographic locations.

In this role you’ll have the opportunity to join our interdisciplinary team to manage projects related to National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, state-level equivalent reviews, and environmental permitting. Your ability to manage NEPA projects; oversee staff; perform quality assurance and control; communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders; and write technical assessments related to NEPA compliance is critical.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive NEPA and permitting experience, ideally involving mining, mine reclamation, and potential impacts to resources such as water, water quality, wildlife, fish, and social sciences. Strong leadership, technical judgment, and the ability to resolve complex issues will be essential to project success.

Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

- Lead and oversee NEPA and environmental permitting for mining-related infrastructure, environmental remediation, mine closure, reclamation, and site restoration projects.
- Lead internal and client progress meetings, coordinate with regulators and client representatives, and communicate project status, issues, risks, and recommended actions to project leadership.
- Maintain accurate project records, meeting minutes, progress reports, and other required records.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to resource specialist staff, promoting consistent procedures, sound judgment, and a strong safety culture.
- Lead and contribute to proposals and client engagement/business development for mining and other project work.

About AECOM’s Environment Business Line

Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it.  We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.

AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Planning, or a related discipline.
- 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education within NEPA and environmental permitting for mining-related infrastructure, environmental remediation, mine closure, reclamation, and site restoration projects.
- A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
- Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

- 10+ years of relevant experience, with a strong background in mining-related projects.
- Experience managing NEPA and permitting teams on large, complex, or technically challenging projects.
- Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, progress reports, change order justifications, and other project deliverables.
- Experience coordinating with mining operators, environmental specialists, engineering teams, contractors, regulatory agencies, and client representatives.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead meetings, negotiate resolutions, and communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
- Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Additional Information

- Relocation is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options ,  well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.