Environmental Project Manager

GHD; Decatur (AL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking an Environmental Project Manager in Decatur, AL, to lead contamination assessment and remediation projects. You will direct teams across investigation, design, and implementation while engaging clients and stakeholders to deliver robust solutions.

The role emphasizes multi-project leadership, strong technical writing, and clear communication in a hybrid work setting with in-office collaboration three days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in engineering, geology, or environmental science.
• PE or PG license is a plus.
• 10+ years in environmental consulting with project management.
• Strong communication and ability to manage multiple client needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams from investigation through feasibility and design.
• Oversee remedies implementation and optimization on contaminated sites.
• Develop proposals, client strategies and deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Environmental project management

Leadership

Proposal writing

Client communication

Multi-project management

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/geology/environmental science

Job description

Job Description

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that. Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?

Our US East Environmental business group is looking for an Environmental Project Manager and accomplished technical leader to join our contamination assessment and remediation team in Decatur, AL. In this role, you will lead project teams focused on the investigation, evaluation, design, implementation, and optimization of remedies for contaminated industrial sites.

Our Hybrid Work Model:

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Fast-paced projects with a motivated team of technical expertise from varying disciplines working towards a unified goal of operational excellence and quality client experience
• Having pride and ownership over your work product
• Providing creative solutions to fit the needs of our clients and communities
• Leading and contributing to the preparation of proposals, strategies, and deliverables in a client-facing role

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, or environmental science
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) is a plus
• 10+ years of environmental consulting experience including management of projects (i.e. contaminant investigation, remedial design, compliance, etc.)
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently and swiftly adapt to changing client needs
• Experience in identifying existing client growth potential
• Robust written and verbal skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues concisely both verbally and in technical writing
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Capable of producing high quality products on schedule and within budget

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Us

Take on some of the world's toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That's why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

That's the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It's what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.