Emergency Response Project Manager - Environmental Remediation

JARBO; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

JARBO is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute hazardous materials response and environmental remediation projects in the Omaha, NE area.

The role oversees field crews, manages timelines and budgets, ensures regulatory compliance, and acts as the main client contact on assigned projects. This full-time position offers stable salaried pay with strong overtime earning potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in environmental services or related field operations.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute hazardous materials remediation projects.
• Proven ability to communicate with clients and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage hazardous materials response and remediation projects.
• Supervise field crews and enforce safety protocols on site.
• Prepare project documentation and regulatory reports on schedule.
• Monitor budgets and billable hours, report variances promptly.
• Serve as primary client contact and coordinate with EPA/OSHA/NDEQ as needed.

Skills

Hazardous materials handling

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Client communication

Regulatory coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's in environmental science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are hiring a full-time Environmental Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute hazardous materials response and environmental remediation projects in the Omaha, NE metro area. The Environmental Project Manager oversees field crews, manages project timelines and budgets, ensures regulatory compliance, and serves as the primary point of contact for clients and agencies on assigned projects. Base salary: $72,800 per year; billable overtime earnings average approximately 40% above base annually.

What We Offer

• Base salary of $72,800 per year (salaried); billable overtime provides significant additional earning potential averaging approximately 40% above base
• Group medical, dental, and vision insurance available after 60 days of employment
• Company-paid basic life insurance ($25,000) and employer-paid dependent life coverage for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with employer match: 100% on the first 3% of contributions and 50% on the next 2%, after one year of service
• Two weeks paid vacation accruing after 90 days, increasing to three weeks after five years; five days sick pay accruing after 90 days

Key Responsibilities - Environmental Project Manager

• Plan, schedule, and manage hazardous materials response, spill remediation, industrial cleaning, and confined space entry projects from mobilization through closeout
• Supervise and direct field crews on active job sites; enforce HAZWOPER safety protocols, PPE compliance, and site-specific health and safety plans
• Prepare and submit all required project documentation, regulatory agency reports, and client deliverables accurately and on schedule
• Monitor project budgets, track billable hours and materials, and communicate scope changes or cost variances to leadership promptly
• Serve as primary client contact on assigned projects; coordinate with regulatory agencies including EPA, OSHA, and NDEQ as required

Qualifications - Environmental Project Manager

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in environmental services, hazardous materials operations, industrial services, or a related field operations role
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; ability to pass MVR, background, and pre-employment and ongoing drug/alcohol screenings
• Ability to work 40+ hours per week including on-call availability and travel to project sites as required
• Must be able to read, speak, and understand English; strong written communication skills for regulatory and client reporting
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree in environmental science, occupational health, or related field preferred

Preferred Qualifications - Hazmat Project Manager / Environmental Operations Manager

• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification (29 CFR 1910.120) or ability to obtain upon hire
• Experience managing confined space entry, industrial tank cleaning, or environmental remediation projects
• Working knowledge of EPA, OSHA, DOT, and NDEQ hazardous materials and waste regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for project tracking, reporting, and client communication
• CDL or prior experience operating response vehicles and field equipment

Physical Requirements - Environmental Project Manager

• Ability to lift, carry, and move drums and materials; operate shovels, pressure washing equipment, and field instruments in active job site conditions
• Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights in industrial environments
• Must be able to wear and work in respiratory protection equipment; clean-shaven where respirator seal is required per OSHA 1910.134
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in confined spaces on active industrial job sites
• Regular travel to project sites and emergency response locations throughout the Omaha metro and surrounding region required

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