Description

The Environmental Project Manager will independently manage environmental investigation and remediation projects from planning through execution. This role requires strong leadership, technical, expertise, and the ability to oversee multiple projects with minimal supervision.

Key responsibilities include developing project scopes, budgets, and schedules; managing staff and subcontractor; preparing technical reports and proposals; and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.

This position also involves direct and regular communication with clients and regulatory agencies, as well as mentoring junior staff.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and manage project scope, schedule, and budget
• Lead project independently with minimal oversight from senior management.
• Oversee staff to ensure work is completed in accordance with project plans, regulations, and company standards
• Review and edit technical deliverables (reports, field documentation, data summaries, etc.)
• Prepare proposals, technical reports, remedial action plans, and regulatory correspondence
• Manage project logistics and coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and consultants
• Review and approve invoices, timesheets, and expense reports
• Maintain consistent communication with clients, regulators, and internal teams
• Mentor and support junior staff
• Provide regular project updates to senior management, including risks and solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Professional license (P.E. or P.G.) a plus but not required. 
• 10+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (required)

Required Experience

• Strong knowledge of NYC and NYS environmental regulations
• Experience with:
  • NYC Office of Environmental Remediation (OER) programs
  • NYC E-designations and Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP)
  • NYSDEC regulations, including Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) and spill response
• Environmental due diligence (Phase I & Phase II ESAs)
• Subsurface investigations and remediation (soil, groundwater, vapor intrusion, etc.)
• Proposal writing, budgeting, cost estimating, and report preparation 
• Field investigation and remediation project management