Environmental Project Manager

Terraphase Engineering Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) matching

Commuter benefits

Tuition/licensing reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Company-sponsored events

Job summary

Terraphase Engineering Inc. is seeking a Senior/Associate Project Manager in Oakland/ Pleasanton, CA to independently manage environmental site investigation and remediation projects.

You will lead characterization, RI/FS efforts, engage with regulators, and guide multi-disciplinary teams to deliver timely, compliant results. The role requires California licensure (PE/PG), 7–15 years of experience, strong writing and communication skills, and a robust safety mindset.

Qualifications

• 7–15 years of environmental consulting experience.
• CA-licensed professional engineer or professional geologist.
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER with refresher.
• Strong health and safety awareness and culture.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Hands-on remediation experience (in-situ/ex-situ).
• Experience managing projects with budgets of $200k+.
• Comfortable interacting with regulators and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead characterization, RI/FS and remediation projects.
• Coordinate field efforts, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ensure deliverables meet regulatory standards (RCRA, DTSC, CERCLA, RWQCB, SWRCB).
• Maintain clear communication with clients, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Use Terraphase project management software to track tasks.
• Manage project finances, scope changes, and invoicing.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory liaison

Technical writing

Financial management

Safety culture

Education

California PE or PG licensure

HAZWOPER certification

Job description

Terraphase offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We listen to our clients and focus on their needs, applying technical expertise and a keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve project goals. The combined talent of Terraphase’s engineers, geologists, and scientists forms the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Description

Terraphase is seeking a well‑rounded Project Manager with experience in environmental site investigation and remediation to join our team in Oakland or Pleasanton, CA. In this role, the successful candidate will independently manage projects, support diverse client needs, and apply technical expertise to solve complex environmental challenges across soil, groundwater, and vapor systems.

The Role

At the Senior Project level, the candidate will deliver key responsibilities at the project level under the supervision of senior and principal staff. At the Associate level, the candidate will lead and manage the delivery of key responsibilities while maintaining client and regulator communication and day‑to‑day project delivery.

• Lead and manage site characterization, remedial investigations, feasibility studies, and remediation implementation projects.
• Coordinate field efforts, subcontractors, and internal technical teams, providing direction to staff on field and office tasks.
• Ensure deliverables meet regulatory standards (RCRA, DTSC, CERCLA, RWQCB, SWRCB).
• Maintain quality communication with clients, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Use Terraphase project management software to assign, track, and review the quality and timely delivery of project tasks.
• Manage project finances, monitoring financial metrics, managing scope and budget changes, and ensuring timely invoicing.

Who You Are

• 7–15 years of environmental consulting experience.
• PE or PG licensure in California.
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification with current refresher training.
• Strong health and safety awareness and culture.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Hands‑on experience with in‑situ and ex‑situ remediation, or innovative remediation methods.
• Proven project diversity across industrial, commercial, and private development sectors.
• Comfortable with regulator interaction and client conversations.
• Experienced in project financial management with budgets of $200,000 or more.

Compensation: $100,000 – $140,000 USD, based on experience, expertise, education, and geographic location.

Benefits

Terraphase offers an extensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, employer‑paid life insurance, long‑term disability, a generous 401(k) match, commuter benefits, TerraLunches, TerraTalks, tuition/licensing/professional development reimbursement, flexible work schedule, and ongoing company‑sponsored events.

EOE STATEMENT

Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M/V/F/D)