Environmental Project Manager

Haley and Ward, Inc.; Saco (ME); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,500 signing bonus

Work-life balance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible working options

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a skilled professional to manage environmental projects in Saco, Maine. This role involves overseeing teams, cultivating client relationships, and ensuring project compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a BS in Environmental Engineering, over 10 years of relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary with benefits, including a $2,500 signing bonus, and hybrid work flexibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of industry and project management experience is desired.
• Knowledge of principles and practices relating to environmental projects.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental projects and client relationships.
• Oversee, coordinate, and review work of engineers and scientists.
• Identify and schedule resources for project execution.
• Manage environmental permitting and compliance projects.
• Develop scopes, schedules, and budgets based on project needs.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of environmental regulations

Team leadership

Education

BS in Environmental Engineering or related field

Job description

About Our Company

At Haley Ward, our team of over 300 employee-owners values accountability, technical excellence, and collaboration. We provide high-quality environmental and engineering services to clients throughout the Northeast. Our work philosophy emphasizes teamwork, mentoring, and direct communication to deliver successful outcomes and lasting partnerships.

Why Join Haley Ward

• $2,500 signing bonus
• Culture that promotes work-life balance, professional development, and volunteerism
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive salary and benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, Life and Disability Insurance, PTO, Paid Holidays, FSA/HSA options, and more)
• Hybrid flexibility and supportive team environment

What You’ll Do

Technical

• Leading and managing environmental projects and client relationships in the Saco, Maine, area.
• Overseeing, coordinating, and reviewing work of engineers, scientists, technicians, and designers.
• Identify and schedule resources from within our technical staff and subconsultants to execute the tasks of work necessary to complete the projects.
• Managing environmental permitting and environmental compliance projects including Phase I ESA’s, Phase II ESAs, NEPAs, natural resource, stormwater, wastewater, groundwater, and solid waste projects.
• Developing scopes, schedules, and budgets based on project needs and monitoring financial performance of projects.
• Reviewing and executing project contracts.

Business Development Responsibilities

• Identifies and develops new business opportunities in Environmental Division.
• Cultivate professional relationships in commercial, institutional, industrial and municipal environments to enhance and expand client relationships.
• Grows client base through effective implementation of business development plans to increase the clients and projects in New England.
• Maintains effective sales effort to achieve business development goals.
• Seeks and identifies new work associated with existing projects and clients. Promote and cross-sell services from other areas of the company.
• Builds partnerships with other strategic consultants and subcontractors to expand upon teaming opportunities.
• Promotes positive client relations to obtain repeat business from existing clients, including client visits and phone calls to strengthen client relationships.

Professional & Organizational Responsibilities

• Develops an understanding of the client’s interests and goals and our role in their success.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area which will allow access to project information to other team members.
• Understands job specific health & safety requirements and performs work safely.
• Takes an active role in career development.
• Incorporates the following values of the company into daily activities:
  • Accountability
  • Responsiveness
  • Stewardship
  • Collaboration
  • Prudence
  • Empowerment

What You’ll Bring

• BS in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences or related programs.
• Minimum of 10 years of related industry & project management experience is desired.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices relating to appropriate discipline.
• Progressive ability, capacity, and aptitude in administration to plan, organize, supervise, and coordinate projects and to effectively update and communicate with client on technical matters.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Valid driver's license & reliable transportation required.

A criminal background check and driving record check will be conducted.

Haley Ward is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other federally protected class established by law.

Location: Saco, Maine; (reliably commute or relocation required)