Environmental Project Manager

Verdantas; United States; Remote; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Paid Parental Leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Job summary

Verdantas seeks an Environmental Project Manager to drive strategic initiatives across environmental investigations, remediation, and redevelopment. This role is remote, open to candidates in New York, and requires leading cross-functional teams to deliver on time and within budget.

You will manage scope, resources, and risks, build strong client relationships, and ensure high-quality technical reporting while aligning with regulatory requirements and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field.
• Experience with NY State and NYC environmental regulations and programs.
• Licensed as a P.G. and/or P.E. in New York.
• 8–15 years of project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams and manage project scope, budget and timelines.
• Develop strategy, work scope, and budgets for environmental projects.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure client satisfaction.
• Prepare and review technical reports and proposals.
• Ensure safety culture and compliance on all projects.
• Collaborate across disciplines to achieve project goals.

Skills

Project management

Data evaluation

Technical writing

Digital-forward environment

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science or related discipline

Job description

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well‑being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data‑driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people‑first culture that values your well‑being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

Verdantas is looking for an Environmental Project Manager. This position will be remote , open to candidates in New York.

As a Project Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind strategic initiatives that shape our organization’s future. You’ll lead cross‑functional teams, streamline workflows, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable impact. Your ability to align resources, manage risks, and communicate effectively will directly influence our operational success and client satisfaction.

Join our team, and your career will be amplified by a culture of empathy, innovation, and life balance, recognized by employees as the top firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group!

What You’ll Do:

• Detailed experience with New York State and federal regulations in environmental investigation and remediation (e.g. Part 375 and DER-10, TSCA).
• Interact with regulatory agencies, such as NYSDEC, NYCDEP and USEPA.
• Accountability for the development of strategy, the scope of work, and budget for projects.
• Foster a culture of safety within the project team or unit, including following safety protocols for all projects.
• Develop and maintain client relationships as primary or secondary client contact for projects.
• Actively manage project financial metrics.
• Prepare and/or review technical reports and proposals.
• Maintain overall project quality consistent with company and professional standards.
• Plan and execute environmental projects, as well as oversee tasks of team members, to meet project deadlines and budgets. Projects will include due diligence, investigation, remediation, and redevelopment.
• Solve problems creatively and effectively and make informed decisions.
• Collaborate across multiple disciplines and with clients to articulate and achieve project goals.
• Communicate effectively and proactively with management, peers, and clients.
• Motivate, mentor, and encourage others and help the team achieve success.
• Participate in selling environmental projects, and cross‑selling efforts in non-environmental disciplines (Geotech, Natural Resource, Civil, Survey, etc.).

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science or related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Experience with NY State and NYC environmental regulations and programs.
• 8-15 years of Project Management experience.
• Licensed as a P.G. and/or P.E. in New York.
• Strong data evaluation, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work in a digital‑forward environment, collaborating with colleagues in multiple locations.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed to project and client sites.

Salary Range:

The compensation range starts at $90,000 and is based on the position, experience, and licensures.

Benefits:

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

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