Environmental Project Consultant

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Houston, TX is seeking an Environmental Project Consultant to lead medium-complexity environmental projects from planning through completion. You will coordinate resources, mentor staff, manage budgets, and communicate with clients and leadership to ensure quality and safety.

Responsibilities include supervising asbestos, lead, mold, and IAQ projects, directing remediation, overseeing subcontractors, and delivering technical reports and recommendations.

Qualifications

• 6 years of related experience in environmental consulting or equivalent
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's/Master's in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field preferred
• Obtain and maintain relevant licensure/certifications
• Valid driver's license if driving for ECS projects
• Strong knowledge of environmental principles and regulations
• Excellent project management and client-facing skills

Responsibilities

• Manages asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and indoor air quality projects
• Directs remediation and abatement activities
• Oversees subcontractors and field personnel
• Reviews daily reports and project documentation
• Conducts site visits to assess quality and progress
• Ensures regulatory compliance and certifications
• Prepares technical reports and recommendations
• Communicates progress with clients and leadership
• Manages projects from initiation to completion
• Coordinates scope, schedule, budget, and resources
• Mentors junior staff and supports team development
• Attends project meetings and resolves issues
• Maintains client communication and relationships
• Builds a client database through project and business development
• Manages budgets and financial performance
• Prepares change orders, invoices, and supports collections
• Schedules and oversees staff assigned to projects
• Prioritizes activities to meet deliverables and budget
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously
• Prepares proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and change orders
• Prepares environmental reports and analyses
• Reviews deliverables before senior review
• Leads project discussions with clients and stakeholders
• Coordinates field and office resources
• Performs additional project management and technical duties

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Communication skills

Environmental sampling

Mentor staff

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related

Job description

Responsibilities

The Environmental Project Consultant manages environmental consulting projects of low to moderate complexity through all phases of execution, including planning, staffing, technical delivery, client communication, and financial management. This role is responsible for coordinating project resources, developing staff, supporting business development efforts, and ensuring projects meet quality, schedule, budget, and safety expectations. The Environmental Project Consultant demonstrates growing leadership, technical competency, and client management skills while demonstrating ECS Core Values.

• Manages asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and indoor air quality projects
• Directs remediation and abatement activities
• Oversees subcontractors and technical field personnel
• Reviews daily reports and project documentation
• Conducts site visits to assess quality and progress
• Ensures compliance with applicable regulations and certifications
• Prepares technical reports and recommendations for review
• Communicates project progress and milestones with clients and project leadership
• Manages environmental projects from initiation through completion
• Coordinates project scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements
• Mentors junior staff and supports team development
• Attends project meetings and provides solutions to technical and administrative issues
• Maintains regular communication with clients and develops client relationships
• Builds and maintains a client database through project and business development activities
• Manages project budgets and monitors project financial performance
• Prepares change orders, invoices, and supports collection activities
• Schedules, trains, and oversees technical staff assigned to projects
• Prioritizes project activities to meet deliverable and budget requirements
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously
• Prepares proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and change orders
• Prepares environmental reports, technical analyses, and project recommendations
• Reviews deliverables prepared by junior staff prior to senior review
• Leads project discussions with clients and stakeholders
• Coordinates field and office resources to support project execution
• Performs additional project management and technical duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 6 years of related experience in environmental consulting or an equivalent combination of advanced education and experience (i.e., 4-year degree + 2 years of experience or Associate degree + 4 years of experience)
• High school diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting is preferred
• Obtain and/or maintain licensure or certifications applicable to the work performed or managed
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Good knowledge of environmental principles and applications
• Good knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and test methods
• Strong project management and consulting skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Strong decision-making and organizational capabilities
• Proficiency in environmental sampling methods and project execution
• Ability to mentor and develop technical staff
• Ability to lift and carry field equipment (~40 lbs)
• Must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow all local and state laws, road/driving regulations, and Company policies
• Must have the following current Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) /Texas Dept. of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) licenses
  • TDSHS Asbestos Inspector
  • TDSHS Lead Risk Assessor
  • TDLR Mold Assessment Consultant

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks would qualify for this position:
  • E-6

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.