Environmental Project Manager

ECS Group of Companies; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking an Environmental Project Manager in the St. Louis area to lead environmental consulting projects from initiation through completion. You will ensure quality, schedule, budget, and safety while coordinating resources and mentoring staff.

The role emphasizes client communication, business development support, and delivering technically sound due diligence reports and Phase I ESAs. Strong leadership and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related environmental consulting experience.
• Bachelor's and/or Master's in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• A P.E. or P.G. is preferred; additional licensure may be required depending on work.
• Strong project management and consulting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and build client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manages environmental projects from initiation through completion.
• Coordinates project scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements.
• Mentors junior staff and supports team development.
• Attends project meetings and provides solutions to issues.
• Maintains regular communication with clients and develops relationships.
• Builds and maintains a client database through project and business development activities.
• Manages project budgets and monitors financial performance.
• Prepares proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and change orders.
• Prepares environmental reports, technical analyses, and project recommendations.
• Leads project discussions with clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinates field and office resources to support project execution.
• Completes Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• Communicates project findings and recommendations with Principals and clients.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related science

Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) preferred

Job description

The Environmental Project Manager manages environmental consulting projects of low to moderate complexity through all phases of execution, including planning, staffing, technical delivery, client communication, and financial management. This role is responsible for coordinating project resources, developing staff, supporting business development efforts, and ensuring projects meet quality, schedule, budget, and safety expectations. The Environmental Project Manager demonstrates growing leadership, technical competency, and client management skills while demonstrating ECS Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Manages environmental projects from initiation through completion
• Coordinates project scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements
• Mentors junior staff and supports team development
• Attends project meetings and provides solutions to technical and administrative issues
• Maintains regular communication with clients and develops client relationships
• Builds and maintains a client database through project and business development activities
• Manages project budgets and monitors project financial performance
• Prepares change orders, invoices, and supports collection activities
• Schedules, trains, and oversees technical staff assigned to projects
• Prioritizes project activities to meet deliverable and budget requirements
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously
• Prepares proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and change orders
• Prepares environmental reports, technical analyses, and project recommendations
• Reviews deliverables prepared by junior staff prior to senior review
• Leads project discussions with clients and stakeholders
• Coordinates field and office resources to support project execution
• Performs additional project management and technical duties as assigned
• Completes Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
• Initiates project setup, scheduling, and execution
• Performs site reconnaissance, records review, and report preparation independently
• Communicates project findings and recommendations with Principals and clients
• Coordinates project closeout activities
• Develops and delivers technically sound due diligence reports

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of related environmental consulting experience
• Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting
• A professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) is preferred
• Additional licensure or certifications may be required depending on the type of work performed
• Good knowledge of environmental principles and applications
• Good knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and test methods
• Strong project management and consulting skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Strong decision-making and organizational capabilities
• Proficiency in environmental sampling methods and project execution
• Ability to mentor and develop technical staff
• Ability to lift and carry field equipment (~40 lbs)
• Must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow all local and state laws, road/driving regulations, and Company policies
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
• E-6

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.