Environmental Program Manager

BB&E Consulting Engineers and Professionals; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

BB&E Consulting Engineers and Professionals, located in Greenbelt, MD, is seeking an Environmental Program Manager to oversee the NASA Environmental Support Services contract. The role involves ensuring compliance with federal regulations, managing project teams, and delivering critical environmental reports.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and at least three years of experience in the field. Excellent communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years of Environmental Program Management Experience, including managing subcontracts.
• U.S. Citizenship and federal agency background check required.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental services and ensure compliance with the PWS.
• Lead and mentor project teams, ensuring timely deliverables.
• Process permits and maintain a Safety and Health Plan.

Skills

Project Management

Environmental Compliance

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Environmental Science/Engineering

Master's Degree in Related Field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

BB&E is an employee-owned full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Environmental Program Manager for an on-site position to fulfill all requirements of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for our NASA Environmental Support Services (NESS) contract located in Greenbelt, MD and Wallops Island, VA. The on-site Environmental Program Manager will provide the planning, coordination, technical direction, and surveillance of the program team and activities necessary to ensure disciplined performance of work and timely application of resources for the accomplishment of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure environmental technical expertise and support services are obtained, directed, and managed successfully to complete the PWS and prepare all deliverables and Contract Data List Requirements (CDRLs) for the Environmental Compliance program at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and Wallops Flight Facility. The on-site program manager must have at least 3 years' Environmental Program Management Experience, including indirect services procurement (i.e. management of subcontracts); be a subject matter expert in at least one compliance media (e.g. water, air, tanks, waste); and have multi-media environmental experience with federal and state regulatory compliance and in risk assessments.
• Manage all project elements including NESS staff, internal project teams, multiple subcontractors, vendors, and relationships with NASA and regulatory personnel in accordance with PWS requirements and BB&E standard operating procedures.
• Organize and execute project work including the appropriate delegation.
• Lead project teams in a focused collaborative effort through successful execution of project requirements. Demonstrate subject matter expert skill sets to support private and government sectors.
• Lead, mentor, and train junior staff, provide direction, vision, and strategy for the company and the project.
• Provide overall management and administrative functions to ensure that the team are available, and resources allocated and that the PWS tasks and deliverables meet performance requirements. The Team Lead shall ensure that all labor, services, and materials necessary for program management, business management and associated services to meet the PWS are successfully delivered.
• Process the payments of Permits/Fees related to the work on this contract.
• Utilize NASA furnished databases or other NASA-authorized software.
• Notify, document, and obtain concurrence of the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and approval of the Contracting Officer (CO) for all deviations, waivers and non-compliance to the requirements specified in this PWS.
• Maintain a comprehensive Safety and Health Plan.
• Complete and deliver a monthly technical report covering all CLINs on the contract no later than five business days after the end of the month.
• Track and report all workplace-related injuries, property damage, and near misses. Aggregate for all contract personnel and submit a Contractor Monthly Accident Report.

Key Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to successfully pass a federal agency background check is required.
• Knowledge: Federal Experience is required.
• Must be adept at problem‑solving, including being able to identify issues and develop solutions.
• Demonstrate exceptional project management skills and abilities.
• Ability to lead and counsel employees, able to resolve difficult or sensitive matters.
• Must be able to communicate clearly, both written and orally.
• Must be able to effectively read and interpret information, present numerical data and skillfully gather and analyze information.
• Must be able to prioritize assignments to use time efficiently.
• Must be dependable, able to follow instructions, and be responsive to management direction.
• Knowledge and experience with Federal Environmental laws and regulations.
• Professional registration and/or certifications in fields of expertise preferred.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Software: Proficiency using MS Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required.
• Self‑Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to solve problems and function as a member of a team.

Experience & Education

• Experience: Three (3) years' management experience in Environmental Program Management Experience, including indirect services procurement (i.e. management of subcontracts); be a subject matter expert in at least one compliance media (e.g. water, air, tanks, waste); and have multi‑media environmental experience with federal and state regulatory compliance and in risk assessments is required.
• Education: A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in environmental science/engineering and a Master's degree in a related environmental or safety field is required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk, sit, and/or stand for extended periods for multiple days/weeks.
• Working conditions: Able to work both indoors/outdoor (with exposure to the elements).
• Able to walk/climb/knee/crouch and reach.
• Able to work on rough terrain when necessary.
• Able to work in confined spaces and/or heights.
• Able to wear the required PPE, minimally wear gloves, a hard hat, a respirator, and steel‑toe boots that may be in combination with protective clothing/suits, a respirator, and/or a fall restraint/recovery harness.

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation packages.
• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BB&E is 100% employee‑owned!
• Discretionary bonus.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge.
• Employer provided Short‑Term & Long‑Term disability.
• Employer provided Life insurance.
• Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits.
• Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays.
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development.
• Employee referral program.
• Financial wellness resources.
• Employee discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Pet insurance discount.
• Applies only to full‑time employees.
• BB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Aff- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.