Environmental Project Manager

Handex Consulting & Remediation; Jackson (NJ); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading environmental consulting firm as an Environmental Project Manager in New Jersey. You will oversee remediation projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and managing project teams. This hybrid role offers a balance of fieldwork and office collaboration, with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Performance-Driven Culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on environmental project management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of NJDEP regulations and permitting guidelines.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of wastewater and air emission remediation.
• Draft, review, and finalize technical reports for regulatory compliance.
• Manage project budgets and financial performance.

Skills

Project Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Technical Writing

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Timberline

AutoCAD

Job description

Full-time

Description

Handex is Growing – Join Our Team in New Jersey!

Handex is on the move, and we're looking for a high-performing Environmental Project Manager to play a pivotal role overseeing Active Remediation Systems focused on groundwater discharge and vapor/air emissions across a variety of client and Superfund sites throughout South New Jersey.

This hybrid position offers a mix of field work, client and team collaboration, with a primary office location in Jackson, NJ.

Handex Consulting & Remediation, LLC (Handex) is a full-service environmental company focused on providing professional environmental consulting, remediation, construction, emergency response, and sludge dewatering services in the United States. Founded in 1968, we have over 56 years of experience and have no intention of slowing down!

Responsibilities & Objectives:

• Project Lead: As the primary contact for assigned sites, provide strategic guidance throughout the project lifecycle to ensure milestones, deliverables, and deadlines are consistently met. Oversee all phases of wastewater and air emission remediation, including field sampling, waste disposal, permitting, quality control, construction oversight, and health & safety compliance.
• Technical Documentation: Draft, review, and finalize technical reports to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely submission.
• Regulatory Compliance Expertise: Stay current on NJDEP regulations, SOPs, and permitting guidelines, acting as a subject matter expert to ensure full compliance across all project activities.
• Health & Safety Collaboration: Partner with Health and Safety to support compliance with safety protocols and promote a culture of safety across all field operations.
• Financial Management: Oversee and track project budgets and financial performance, coordinating with accounting to ensure accurate and timely client invoicing.
• Team Development: Actively coach and mentor team members, provide constructive performance feedback, and support the professional growth and development of project and engagement teams.

Why Join Handex?

• Performance-Driven Culture: Thrive in a culture of excellence that celebrates ambition, rewards results, and supports your professional growth every step of the way.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Full suite of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and a 401(k) plan to support your well-being—now and in the future.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need with robust PTO and paid holidays to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
• Empowered by Leadership: Work with a decisive and approachable leadership team that values your voice and respects your contribution.

Requirements

Requirements & Skills for Success:

• Experience: 3+ years of hands-on environmental project management experience in remediation of groundwater, soil and vapor. Active remediation systems, with a focus on water discharge and air emissions a plus.
• Education & Licensure: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, supervise, and motivate multidisciplinary teams, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and to high-quality standards.
• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of federal, New Jersey state, county, and local environmental regulations, including SOPs and permitting guidelines.
• Technical Writing: Strong technical writing skills, with the ability to draft and edit permits, technical reports, and regulatory submittals.
• Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Timberline and AutoCAD a plus.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with internal teams, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality standards, are essential.
• Regional Flexibility: Willingness to travel to assigned client sites throughout South Jersey.
• Licensing & Background: Valid driver’s license in good standing; must be able to pass criminal background checks, physical exam, and drug/alcohol/DMV screenings.

Salary Range:

$75,000.00 to $95,000.00

Handex Consulting & Remediation, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.