ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT MANAGER

MedStar Health; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking an experienced Environmental Project Manager to manage federal projects effectively. The role involves overseeing project delivery, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and substantial experience in environmental management and federal project oversight.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement & professional development

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience as an environmental professional.
• Experience with federal clients is preferred.
• Previous consulting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery and client management.
• Manage multiple projects and prepare project plans.
• Supervise junior staff and oversee field activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Strong Communication Skills

Technical writing

Project management

Field investigation support

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or Geology

40-hour HAZWOPER certification

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Environmental Project Manager

BB&E is a full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is currently looking for an experienced, dynamic, and detail-oriented Environmental Project Manager (PM) to support our federal clients by working directly with existing staff to ensure high-quality/successful planning, execution, and completion of various projects within financial and schedule expectations. The PM will directly support and report to our federal Program Managers and Federal Portfolio Manager on all aspects of project delivery, including but not limited to: client interface, project and financial tracking, project planning (e.g., subcontractor procurement, document preparation, scheduling, coordination), management and of field investigation and remediation activities, and reporting. This position is based in Northville, MI or Norcross, GA.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Support client management and development through excellent project delivery.
• Track and manage multiple projects which will include concurrent task and project management.
• Perform assigned work in accordance with project schedules, plans, and budgets.
• Review technical documents for detailed analysis of technical approach; implementability of proposed activities; compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; and ability of approach to meet project objectives.
• Develop project plans for clients (e.g., Risk and Communication Plans, Sampling and Analysis Plans, etc.).
• Direct subcontractors to perform work as outlined in the project-specific work plans.
• Track, document, and make decisions during field activities.
• Provide site investigation support including preliminary assessments, remedial investigations, feasibility studies, etc.
• Work with technical, Proposal Management, and Business Development staff to support proposal development.
• Train and/or supervise staff in field sampling activities including soil, sediment, surface water, and groundwater sampling activities and the use of field instrumentation (e.g., PID, YSI, Horiba, turbidity meter, water level meter, iron kit, various pumps [e.g., peristaltic, bladder, submersible, etc.]).
• Train and/or supervise staff for oversight of drilling subcontractors during the advancement of soil borings, monitoring well installations, and other investigating activities.
• Lead, mentor, and train junior- and mid-level staff to 1) maximize project execution and 2) prepare our staff for larger roles within the company.
• Work with the Leadership Team and Senior Management Team and staff to ensure BB&E Core Values are being followed.
• Travel up to 50% of the time.

Key Qualifications

• Prior federal and/or DoD project management experience is required.
• Individual with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously, working effectively with clients and project teams to successfully execute the scope of work in accordance with the client's expectations, while meeting financial and schedule metrics.
• Ability to problem-solve and function as a member of a studies/remediation Community of Practice.
• Technical writing experience: experience or ability to document meeting discussions and prepare meeting minutes.
• Experience managing and executing multi-media investigations that include soil, sediment, surface water, pore water, groundwater, soil gas, and indoor air.
• Familiarity with various drilling methods, including direct-push technology, hollow-stem auger, sonic, rock coring, and air/mud rotary.
• Experience managing and supporting investigations of a variety of contaminants, including but not limited to, metals, volatile organic compounds, semi-volatile organic compounds, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
• Experience with environmental restoration accomplished under the Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA).
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Software: Proficiency using MS Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Self-Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomously.

Experience & Education

• Experience: 8 to 12 years' experience as an environmental professional, at a minimum, the last 5 in consulting; previous experience with federal clients is preferred.
• Certification and Training: 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is required;GIT/PG or EIT/PE ispreferred; OSHA Supervisor Training is preferred; OSHA Construction and General Industry 30-Hour Training is preferred.
• Education: A Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or Geology (or related science), or other related areas is required.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to: stand/walk/kneel/crouch and to remain in a stationary position at least 60% of the time; operate office equipment, including computer, copy machine, phone, etc.; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 lbs. Must be able to travel to meet clients, attend conferences, and conduct site visits
• Work Environment: Must be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to varying weather conditions; occasionally required to navigate rough terrain.
• PPE & Safety: Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary, typically using gloves, hard hat, hearing protection, and steel toe boots; may encounter hazards or contaminants during work tasks.
• Be able to thrive in BB&E's highly collaborative environment and team culture.

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation packages
• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan - BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
• Discretionary bonus
• *Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
• *Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
• *Employer provided Life insurance
• *Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
• *Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance discount

*Applies only to full-time employees

*BB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.