Assistant Project Manager, Environmental Scientist or Geologist

GeoWorld; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Career development & mentorship

Health tracking tools

Growth & wellness programs

Job summary

EnSafe seeks an Assistant Project Manager, Environmental Scientist or Geologist to join our Jacksonville, Pensacola, or Tampa offices. You will lead environmental investigations and remediation oversight, coordinate multi-office teams, and manage client communications across CERCLA, RCRA, and regulatory frameworks.

You will develop work plans, conduct site investigations, and prepare technical reports while supporting permitting efforts and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• 5+ years of environmental assessment/remediation experience.
• Experience performing and/or reviewing Phase I ESAs.
• Knowledge of RCRA and CERCLA processes (RI/FS, RD/RA, ROD, LTM).
• Experience with DoD/Navy projects preferred.
• OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER certification.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project support tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental investigations and remediation oversight per CERCLA, RCRA, and state guidance.
• Lead cross-office technical teams and coordinate with clients and subcontractors.
• Develop Work Plans, Sampling and Analysis Plans, and field activities.
• Prepare and review technical reports and data interpretation.
• Travel regionally as needed (approximately 30%).
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance activities.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Regulatory understanding

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Geology

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

Jacksonville, FL; Pensacola, FL; Tampa, FL

Do you like working with different project teams in a fast-paced environment? Are you interested in joining an organization focused on making a positive impact? If so, we’d like to talk with you about growing with us.We are currently seeking a full-timeAssistant Project Manager, Environmental Scientist or Geologistfor our Jacksonville, FL; Pensacola, FL; or Tampa, FL office. This is an excellent opportunity to join and grow EnSafe, getting involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients across the globe.As an Assistant Project Manager, Environmental Scientist or Geologist, you will work on a wide range of projects in an environment that fosters creativity, collaboration at all levels, a culture of support, and professional growth. EnSafe emphasizes empowering staff to practice our profession passionately and without limitations.DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESIn this position, you will:

• Manage and oversee project work associated with environmental investigations and remediation oversight under CERCLA, RCRA, and state-specific guidance.
• Lead technical teams working across multiple offices throughout the country, problem-solving, preparing plans and specifications, and meeting with clients and subcontractors.
• Communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Develop Work Plans and/or Sampling and Analysis Plans.
• Conduct site investigation activities, including sampling of soil, groundwater, surface water, indoor air, vapor intrusion, soil gas, drinking water, and building materials.
• Lead Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• Compile and interpret investigation data and write technical reports.
• Evaluate the feasibility of technologies, designing pilot/bench tests, and designing and implementing remedial/corrective actions.
• Provide environmental compliance support to senior regulatory specialists, including data collection for permitting and/or registration, data analysis, regulatory compliance evaluation, and assessment.
• Project sites may include Superfund sites, large and complex federal facilities, or military installations, and commercial or industrial properties.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCEMinimum Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• 5+ years of environmental assessment/remediation experience.
• Experience performing and/or reviewing Phase I ESAs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of RCRA and CERCLA processes, including RI/FS, RD/RA, ROD, and LTM, with experience preparing and reviewing associated technical documentation.
• Experience supporting federal projects; prior work with DoD and/or Navy projects strongly preferred.
• Current OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER training and certification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project support tools, with the ability to produce clear, high-quality deliverables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams and provide mentorship or technical guidance to junior staff.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, accountability, and work ethic.
• Willingness and ability to travel in support of project needs, including overnight travel (approximately 30% regional travel).
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with the ability to operate a vehicle for project-related travel.
• Strong focus on responsiveness, quality, and client service to support and maintain EnSafe’s client relationships.

Preferred Skills:

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• GIT Certification or PG Licensure

Why Join EnSafe?

• Employee-Owned Advantage
  EnSafe is 100% employee-owned, with an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) since 1997. That means when EnSafe succeeds, you succeed too, turning company growth directly into shared rewards.
• Commitment to Growth and Wellness
  The company supports personalized career development, mentorship, and employee wellness initiatives such as health tracking tools.
• Purpose-Driven Work
  EnSafe’s mission focuses on impactful environmental, health, and safety consulting—making a real difference in communities and is backed by its long-standing technical credibility.
• Safety as a Value, Not Just a Service
  Safety is deeply embedded in our culture, prioritizing employee well-being in addition to helping clients maintain compliance. We stress that "safety is part of everything we do."
• A Culture of Freedom & Ownership
  At EnSafe, our career philosophy is built on freedom. The freedom to take initiative, achieve your goals, and shape your own career path Employees are encouraged to pursue growth in a flexible, entrepreneurial environment.
• Challenging, Creative Work
  Workdays at EnSafe are anything but ordinary, fast-paced, dynamic, and filled with opportunities to tackle projects in environmental consulting, health & safety, engineering, and technology. Every day calls for creativity, innovation, and agile problem-solving.

#LI-CO1#LI-OnsiteAbout EnSafeEnSafe began as a two-person firm in 1980, navigating complex regulatory compliance issues on behalf of our clients. We nurture our people with growth and development opportunities. We build enduring, trustful relationships with each of our clients, with a focus on high ethical and safety standards. We build this reputation by attracting high-quality people and retaining them for the long term.At EnSafe, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at our company.EnSafe is committed to being an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications), sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military or veteran status, any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, or association with a person on the basis on one or more of the foregoing.