Senior Environmental Project Manager

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Environmental Project Manager in the United States.

This role is designed for a seasoned environmental professional who thrives in managing complex, high-impact projects across multiple technical domains. The Senior Environmental Project Manager will oversee the full project lifecycle, from scoping and budgeting to execution, team management, and final reporting, ensuring client objectives are met on time and within budget. This position requires leading cross-functional teams of scientists, engineers, and technicians, while serving as the primary point of contact for clients. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a collaborative approach to deliver successful environmental restoration, remediation, and compliance solutions. This is a hybrid remote role with periodic travel to project sites across the U.S., offering the chance to shape project outcomes and mentor emerging professionals in the field.

Accountabilities:

• Lead and manage complex environmental projects through all phases, including planning, field investigations, remediation, system design, monitoring, and final reporting.

• Serve as the primary client liaison, ensuring deliverables meet contract requirements, timelines, and quality standards.

• Develop, track, and execute project scopes of work, schedules, budgets, and resource plans; coordinate change orders as needed.

• Monitor project financials, including labor, materials, and subcontractor costs, reporting status, risks, and financial performance to leadership.

• Mentor, manage, and develop project teams to foster collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.

• Oversee subcontractor activities, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and technical standards.

• Collaborate with safety, quality, and corporate teams to maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

• Contribute to technical approaches, proposals, and contract negotiations for federal or private clients.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience with a record of successfully delivering multiple environmental projects.

• Strong technical expertise in one or more areas: hazardous, toxic, and radioactive waste (HTRW), PFAS and emerging contaminants, environmental compliance, military munitions, or CERCLA/Superfund projects.

• Experience leading federal proposal/capture efforts and working with government clients is highly preferred.

• Proven ability to self-manage and lead cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments.

• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; professional demeanor and solution-oriented mindset.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrology, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• Professional licensure (PE, PG) preferred or ability to obtain within three years.

• OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training, OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety, and other safety/technical training preferred.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S., hold a valid driver’s license, and be able to obtain clearance for federal site access.

• Ability to travel up to 30% annually and perform physically demanding fieldwork, including outdoor work in varying conditions and lifting up to 75 pounds as required.

Benefits:

• Hybrid remote work arrangement with flexibility to travel for projects.

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options for employees and dependents.

• Paid time off and retirement plan options.

• Professional development and training opportunities.

• Supportive and collaborative team environment emphasizing mentorship and career growth.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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