Environmental Project Manager, Retail Petroleum

ATLAS; Illinois; On-site; USD 77,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Atlas is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to lead complex petroleum-related projects across Illinois, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and coordinating scope, schedule, budget, contractor performance, and stakeholder communication.

You will work with field staff and project teams for Illinois-based projects, supporting major clients such as 7-Eleven, Speedway and Marathon, while upholding safety standards and delivering high-quality reports and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Biology, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Earth Science, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of Illinois EPA LUST regulations.
• Adhere to Atlas and site-specific safety standards.
• Ability to manage, prepare, and review technical reports.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including spreadsheets.
• Strong analytical and technical skills.
• Technical knowledge of Illinois LUST regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical reports for the Petroleum/EM service line.
• Manage Petroleum and other environmental projects, including Illinois-based projects.
• Support 7‑Eleven, Speedway, and Marathon projects and client needs.
• Perform technical reviews and ensure quality and accuracy of project deliverables.
• Manage and oversee field staff activities and performance.
• Coordinate and prioritize day‑to‑day project tasks and workload.
• Collaborate with project teams to support successful project execution.
• Abide by Atlas’s Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geology / Environmental Science / related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

The Environmental Project Manager will lead and oversee complex petroleum-related projects across the State of Illinois, ensuring full compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements—including those governed by the Illinois Environmental Protection Act, the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM), and applicable UST regulations. This role is responsible for managing project scope, schedule, budget, contractor performance, and stakeholder communication for a portfolio of environmental, infrastructure, and operational projects at active and former retail petroleum facilities.

Core Responsibilities

• Produce technical reports for the Petroleum/EM service line.
• Manage Petroleum and other environmental projects, including Illinois-based projects.
• Support 7‑Eleven, Speedway, and Marathon projects and client needs.
• Perform technical reviews and ensure quality and accuracy of project deliverables.
• Manage and oversee field staff activities and performance.
• Coordinate and prioritize day‑to‑day project tasks and workload.
• Collaborate with project teams to support successful project execution.
• Abide by Atlas’s Health and Safety policies and procedures.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Biology, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Earth Science, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of Illinois EPA LUST regulations.
• Adhere to Atlas and site‑specific safety standards.
• Ability to manage, prepare, and review technical reports.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including spreadsheets.
• Strong analytical and technical skills.
• Technical knowledge of Illinois LUST regulations preferred.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

Health & Wellness:

We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support:

We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

Retirement:

We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance:

To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program:

We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development:

We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging:

We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility:

May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life:

We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart:

As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust:

We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery:

Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Compensation: $77,000 - $85,000 annual salary
  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.