Environmental Solutions Manager (Permian Basin)

Environmental Solutions Manager (Permian Basin)

AECOM is pursuing a strategic hire to expand our environmental presence in the Permian Basin, one of the most dynamic and strategically important energy regions in North America. We are seeking a senior-level full-scope environmental professional with experience across multiple practicesremediation, air, water, compliance, permitting, planning, natural resources, ESG, and construction support. This individual will serve as both a seller/doer and technical leader, helping drive business development across all environmental practice lines while also managing high-profile projects and building a local team presence.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Growth & Client Engagement

• Serve as a primary client-facing leader in the Permian Basin, spanning Oil & Gas, Power & Utilities, Industrial, and Federal sectors.
• Build and expand long-term relationships with clients; position AECOM across multiple environmental practices.
• Collaborate with Client Account Managers (CAMs) and Practice Leaders to preposition for upcoming opportunities, drive account growth, and align pursuits to AECOM's FY26 strategy.
• Technical Delivery
• Deliver multi-practice environmental solutions: remediation, permitting, air quality, water resources, compliance, natural resources, NEPA, sustainability/ESG, and construction oversight.
• Act as PM or technical lead for complex, interdisciplinary environmental programs.
• Ensure excellence in delivery, safety, and client satisfaction.

Leadership & Team Building

• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff across practices.
• Actively contribute to building a local AECOM presence in the Permian, with the goal of growing staff capability in Midland and surrounding areas.
• Foster collaboration across departments and geographies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or related discipline (Master's preferred) AND 10 years of experience, including 2 years in a Leadership capacity, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Successful candidate will have to pass Background check, Motor vehicle records check.
• US citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years of diverse environmental consulting/industry experience.
• Proven track record in business development across multiple practice lines (not just one specialty).
• Deep knowledge of environmental regulatory frameworks in Texas/New Mexico (TCEQ, RRC, NMED, EPA, USACE, USFWS, BLM, etc.).
• Established client relationships in the Permian Basin.
• Professional registration (P.E., P.G., CEM, or equivalent) strongly preferred.