Environmental Project Manager

Actalent; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent seeks an Environmental Project Manager to lead environmental diligence, permitting, and remediation projects in Kansas, Missouri, and nearby areas. You will ensure on-time delivery, budget control, and adherence to high-quality standards while communicating with clients.

The role requires 3–5+ years in environmental consulting, a geology degree, and a Kansas license (or ability to obtain within a year).

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in environmental consulting and/or environmental project management.
• Bachelor's degree in geology or related field.
• License to practice geology in Kansas or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Proven project management skills with multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
• Experience conducting Phase II ESAs and interpreting environmental data.
• Strong knowledge of federal/state environmental regulations for due diligence, permitting, and remediation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, for data entry and reporting.
• Experience with documentation management for permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS for mapping and spatial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and completion of environmental projects across Kansas, Missouri, and surrounding areas.
• Define project scope, schedules, and allocate resources.
• Develop and monitor budgets to stay within limits.
• Serve as primary client contact and ensure expectations and timelines are met.
• Conduct Phase I and Phase II ESAs and analyze data to support decisions.
• Prepare clear regulatory reports addressing client needs.
• Collaborate with project scientists, engineers, and regulators.
• Ensure compliance with EPA and state regulations and guidelines.
• Develop relationships with regulatory agencies for updates and guidance.
• Maintain thorough project documentation and permitting records.
• Utilize Excel and ArcGIS for data management and reporting.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Detail-oriented

Budget tracking

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in geology

State geology license (or ability to obtain within 1 year)

Tools

Excel

ArcGIS

Job description

New Opportunity!! Great opportunity for a current or former geologist who may be interested in getting into Project Management with a great company!

Job Title: Environmental Project Manager

Job Description

This role leads the planning, execution, and completion of environmental due diligence, permitting, and remediation projects across Kansas, Missouri, and surrounding areas. The Environmental Project Manager oversees projects from start to finish, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements, stay within budget, and deliver high-quality results that align with client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple environmental projects simultaneously, ensuring all projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards.
• Oversee comprehensive project planning, including defining project scope, developing detailed project schedules, and identifying and allocating required resources.
• Develop, track, and maintain project budgets, proactively managing costs to ensure projects remain within budgetary constraints.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring client needs, expectations, and timelines are met or exceeded.
• Conduct environmental site assessments, including Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments, and analyze collected data to support project decisions.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports that meet regulatory requirements and address client needs.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external teams, including project scientists, engineers, and regulatory experts, to ensure coordinated and successful project execution.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant federal and state environmental regulations and guidelines, including those established by the Environmental Protection Agency and applicable state regulatory entities.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with regulatory agencies to stay informed about regulatory changes, expectations, and best practices.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records, including permitting documentation, data management files, and project correspondence.
• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Excel and ArcGIS to manage data, perform analyses, and support project reporting and decision-making.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of three to five years of experience in environmental consulting and/or environmental project management.
• Bachelor's degree in geology or a closely related field.
• License to practice geology in the state of Kansas, or the ability to obtain licensure within one year of hire.
• Proven project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Experience conducting Phase I environmental site assessments.
• Experience conducting Phase II environmental site assessments and interpreting environmental data.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations and guidelines, including those relevant to due diligence, permitting, and remediation.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical information to diverse audiences in both written and verbal formats.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail when reviewing data, reports, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including strong skills in Microsoft Excel for data entry, tracking, and analysis.
• Experience with documentation management related to environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS or similar geographic information systems for mapping and spatial analysis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on environmental projects in Kansas, Missouri, and surrounding states.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with regulatory agencies.
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, including scientists, engineers, and regulatory specialists.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage detailed documentation and multiple concurrent tasks.
• Comfort working directly with clients, including managing expectations and providing regular project updates.
• Interest in staying current with evolving environmental regulations, industry standards, and best practices.

Work Environment

This position offers a primarily work-from-home environment, providing flexibility in where you complete most of your day-to-day responsibilities. Some office work may be required based on project needs, client meetings, or team collaboration activities. You will use standard office technologies, including Microsoft Office and ArcGIS, to manage data, documentation, and project communications. The role involves a mix of independent work and virtual or in-person collaboration with internal teams and external partners, with occasional travel possible within Kansas, Missouri, and surrounding areas depending on project requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Topeka, KS.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Topeka,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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