Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Environmental Manager to support federally funded housing and infrastructure recovery programs (including CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT). The Environmental Lead will oversee all environmental review activities, ensuring full compliance with HUD and NEPA requirements. This role includes responsibility for Tier 1 and Tier 2 reviews, coordination with state and federal agencies, and development of program-level tools and templates.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing environmental reviews for HUD-funded programs and excels at navigating complex regulatory environments while supporting efficient program delivery.
Ideal candidate will reside in Manatee County or West Florida. Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all environmental compliance activities across program areas including single-family housing, rental, and infrastructure.
- Conduct and/or oversee Tier 1 (broad-level) and Tier 2 (site-specific) Environmental Reviews.
- Prepare Environmental Review Records (ERRs) in alignment with HUD guidelines (24 CFR Part 58).
- Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies including SHPO, USFWS, FWC, EPA, and FEMA as applicable.
- Advise program and construction teams on site-specific constraints, required consultations, and mitigation requirements.
- Ensure timely completion of environmental clearance to prevent delays in project obligation and construction.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), templates, and QA/QC checklists for environmental review tasks.
- Serve as the environmental subject matter expert in meetings with clients and partners.
- Support client training and capacity building on environmental compliance topics.
- Track program-wide environmental review status and provide weekly updates and reports to leadership.
- Complete required annual training.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Deep understanding of NEPA, Endangered Species Act, Historic Preservation (Section 106), Coastal Barrier Resource Act, and other applicable federal laws.
- Familiarity with CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT environmental requirements and program timelines.
- Experience coordinating with HUD, FEMA, and state environmental agencies.
- Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document/file management systems.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- 5+ years of experience conducting HUD environmental reviews under 24 CFR Part 58.
- Prior experience working with Florida entitlement jurisdictions or state agencies, preferred.
- Experience in GIS mapping to support Tier 1 reviews, preferred.
- Experience training junior staff or reviewing third-party environmental deliverables, preferred.
Job Description Disclaimer
This position description incorporates the job's core responsibilities. It recognizes that other related duties not specifically mentioned might also be performed and that not all responsibilities may be carried out depending on operational needs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Upon hire, secondary employment and other employment restrictions must be disclosed and approved.
Tidal Basin Holdco, LLC, and its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, which include Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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