Environmental Project Manager

GEI Consultants; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm in Glastonbury, Connecticut is seeking an experienced environmental scientist, geologist, or engineer. This role focuses on project management, client development, and guiding teams to resolve environmental challenges. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience, knowledge of Connecticut environmental regulations, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a chance to work on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in environmental consulting is required.
• Experience with Connecticut DEEP regulations and LEP programs is necessary.
• Excellent communication and technical report writing skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management, client development, and staff coordination.
• Author and peer review environmental reports.
• Manage projects and direct project activities of engineers and scientists.

Skills

Client development

Project management

Environmental regulations knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, or similar Science

Tools

HAZWOPER training

Job description

GEI Consultants is seeking an experienced environmental scientist, geologist, or engineer to provide project management, client development, and staff coordination as part of our active environmental practice in Glastonbury, Connecticut. Ideally, the successful candidate will be experienced with Connecticut environmental regulations; a Licensed Environmental Professional (LEP) is a plus. In service of project success and client satisfaction, this individual will author and peer review environmental reports, provide client and regulatory guidance, mentor junior staff, resolve environmental challenges on a variety of projects, and serve as project and client manager in addition to supporting other project managers.

This is an excellent opportunity to challenge your project and client management skills and collaborate with other environmental and engineering professionals. The selected candidate will serve as a member of our project management team with direct responsibility for strategically growing business for our Glastonbury, Connecticut office and coordinating with environmental management/compliance staff throughout GEI. The successful candidate will develop opportunities with clients for our environmental services including training, safety, environmental investigation, and remediation, and for other services including geotechnical engineering and natural resources services.

• Develop investigation and remedial strategies for various types of sites and contaminants and collaborate in the design and installation of remediation solutions, including Environmental Use Restrictions, primarily under Connecticut DEEP regulations and the LEP program.
• Work on a variety of environmental projects throughout the region, but primarily in Connecticut, Central Massachusetts, and New York.
• Manage projects and direct the project activities of engineers and scientists.
• Lead environmental site assessments and remedial and pre‑design investigations.
• Prepare and review work plans and technical reports.
• Interact directly with clients and regulatory agency representatives.
• Assist clients with problem‑solving, sometimes requiring immediate attention.
• Develop and maintain relationships with company and client personnel.
• Develop proposals and support business development activities.
• Actively participate in industry organizations and networking events to maintain industry relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, or similar Science.
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in environmental consulting.
• Seller/Doer mentality and experience.
• Experienced and working knowledge of CT DEEP regulations and LEP Programs required.
• Experience with New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) is a plus.
• Client connections and ability to secure work opportunities is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and technical report writing skills.
• Must be self‑motivated, detail oriented, and highly organized
• HAZWOPER training.
• Travel to job locations as needed.
• Physical ability to perform field work in summer and winter conditions.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

We are GEI

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow. We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee‑owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well‑being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client‑Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career sitehere.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes:

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well‑Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

X

Sedentary

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

6-8 hours

Standing

0-1 hour

Walking

0-1 hour

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

Carrying objects

0-1 hour

Push/pull

X

Twisting

0-1 hour

0-1 hour

Reaching forward

0-1 hour

Reaching overhead

0-1 hour

X

3-5 hours

1-2 hours

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

6-8 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

0-1 hour

Talk or hear

3-5 hours

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

X

Color Discrimination

X

Sensorial Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environment Requirements

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks)

Usual workday hours

X

8

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.