Senior Environmental Due Diligence Manager (Phase I/II ESA)

ZipRecruiter; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Environmental Due Diligence Manager to lead and manage complex environmental projects. This role involves overseeing multi-site portfolios, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality due diligence reports. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in environmental consulting, particularly in Phase I and II assessments, and will be responsible for developing strong client relationships while providing strategic direction. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence project outcomes and drive innovative solutions in a collaborative environment, making a significant impact on commercial real estate transactions.

Qualifications

• 7-9+ years in environmental consulting with a focus on due diligence assessments.
• Strong communication skills for client and stakeholder interactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental due diligence projects and mentor staff.
• Develop client relationships and ensure project accuracy and completeness.
• Provide high-level strategy and technical direction on projects.

Skills

Environmental Due Diligence

Project Management

Client Relationship Development

Verbal/Written Communication

Documentation and Organization

Education

B.S. in Environmental Science

B.S. in Geology

Related Field

Job description

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL DUE DILIGENCE MANAGER

PHASE I ESA, PHASE II ESA

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for providing senior level management of commercial real estate environmental due diligence projects, conduct and manage multi-site portfolios, develop client relationships, and write and review environmental due diligence reports including but not limited to Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Transaction Screen Assessments, Phase II Subsurface Investigations, and other similar reports. Expected to identify and provide a range of creative solutions for clients related to commercial real estate transactions and redevelopment. This includes effectively prioritizing and delegating work to achieve client’s goals, managing personnel as needed, driving project momentum with Project Managers and Technical Support Teams, identifying and working with Principals on process improvement, and focusing on new opportunities. The expectation is to serve as a “trusted advisor” for clients while providing high-level strategy and technical direction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Verify proper administration of all projects, signature authority on proposals, reports, and invoices
2. Serve as the direct supervisor of assigned personnel
3. Mentor and train Staff personnel and Project Managers in activities required to successfully complete projects
4. Provide senior level review on environmental due diligence reports and related deliverables, ensuring accuracy and completeness
5. Oversee project management teams that are conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Transaction Screen Assessments, Phase II Subsurface Investigations, and other similar reports
6. Drive project momentum with Project Managers and Technical staff and ensure project deadlines
7. Work with resources to modify or negotiate alternative administrative solutions for clients (rates, contracts, payment strategy, etc.)
8. Coordinate and manage due diligence projects involving multi-site portfolios in support of financial and industrial mergers, divestitures, and acquisitions
9. Develop, track, and document project expectations and budgets
10. Lead technical client and regulatory calls/meetings
11. Provide clear and concise findings, recommendations, and options to clients
12. Understand client objectives and expectations, and environmental risk tolerance
13. Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identify and develop new opportunities, and prepare technical proposals
14. Develop and implement onboarding/training plan of new employees

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Effectively communicate to client and stakeholders
2. High-level strategy and technical direction on due diligence projects
3. Extensive knowledge of Environmental Due Diligence (Phase I Environmental Site Assessment and Phase II Subsurface Investigations)
4. Knowledge of waste regulations and regulatory cleanup programs and guidance
5. Ability to document and organize information while working on multiple projects

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education: B.S. in environmental science, geology, or related field

Recommended Experience: 7 - 9+ years of extensive experience in the environmental consulting industry, with a focus on due diligence assessments, project management, and client relationship development

Certifications: Meet qualifications of an Environmental Professional as set forth in 40 C.F.R. § 312.10(b)

Skills: Strong computer and verbal/written communication skills

Additional requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and capable of operating vehicles safely

JOB CONTEXT

80% or more office (controlled environment), up to 20% field/site visit travel (environmental job hazards)

August Mack Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer.