Environmental Project Manager

Haley Ward, Inc.; Saco (ME); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

ESOP

Health insurance

401(k) Roth

PTO

11 holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA/HSA

Work-life balance

Community engagement

Job summary

Haley Ward, Inc. in Bangor, Maine, is seeking a senior environmental project manager to lead and manage environmental projects and client relationships in the Saco, Maine area.

You will oversee engineers, scientists, technicians, and designers, coordinate resources, and ensure compliance with environmental permits and project requirements. A BS and 10+ years of experience are expected, along with a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• BS in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences or related programs.
• Minimum of 10 years of related industry and project management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Knowledge of principles and practices relating to the discipline.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental projects and client relationships in the Saco, Maine area.
• Oversee and review work of engineers, scientists, technicians, and designers.
• Identify and schedule internal and subconsultant resources to execute project tasks.
• Manage environmental permitting and compliance projects including Phase I ESA, Phase II ESA, NEPA, stormwater, wastewater, groundwater and solid waste.
• Develop scopes, schedules, and budgets and monitor project financial performance.
• Review and execute project contracts.
• Identify and develop new environmental business opportunities.
• Cultivate relationships to expand client base and promote cross-selling of services.
• Promote accountability, responsiveness, stewardship, and collaboration within the team.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Client relationships

Education

BS in Environmental Engineering or related

Job description

As a growing professional services firm, we provide a variety of work experience and develop our people through training, mentoring, and coaching to maintain the level of professionalism and ingenuity for which we have become known.

Below are the positions that we currently have available.

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a growing 100% employee-owned company that offers professional development, work life balance and community engagement? Do you enjoy navigating complex permitting pathways and working collaboratively to help clients move projects forward responsibly and efficiently? If so, join the team at Haley Ward, one of the Best Places to Work in Maine™ & Best Firms to Work For™ in the country- and receive a $2,500 signing bonus!

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
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans or - Paid monthly stipend if you have health insurance elsewhere!
• Generous company matched 401(k) plan with a Roth provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Eleven (11) paid holidays, including a creative holiday schedule
• Life insurance (company paid)
• Short and long-term disability insurance (company paid)
• Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Accounts
• Culture that provides work-life balance, professional development and is community driven
• And much more

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: Bangor, Maine - Ability to reliably commute or relocate before starting work (Required)

The estimated range for this role is: $75,000 to $100,000 salary. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, credentials, skills, and demonstrated proficiency for the role. Compensation is reviewed at least annually each year. Compensation is also adjusted throughout the year to recognize position advancement, responsibilities and licensure and/or certification.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a physical examination, a criminal background check and driving record check.It is the policy of Haley Ward, Inc. to provide equal employment and individual opportunity to all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, or national origin. Haley Ward does not tolerate unlawful discrimination in its employment practices. Haley Ward is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with the federal requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Haley Ward is an Affirative Action Employer – M/F/Vet/Disab