Environmental Project Manager

Montrose Environmental Group; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking an Environmental Project Manager with a strong background in environmental compliance and project leadership. The role is located in SE Remote and offers an annual salary range of $90K to $110K, commensurate with experience and location.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee field data collection, and deliver comprehensive reports and plans to clients. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in related fields, a degree in environmental science or engineering, and proficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental fields; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of related experience including internships or field experience.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance/engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental compliance projects (Spill Prevention, SWPPP, HW stream determinations).
• Serve as senior technical lead in project teams, manage risk and client expectations.
• Estimate personnel needs, assign work, and ensure deadlines and standards.
• Coordinate technical staff and provide guidance on project tasks.
• Conduct field work at client sites for data collection and trainings.
• Develop project documents, reports, and graphical presentations.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science/ Biology/ Chemistry/ Geology/ Engineering/ Environmental Studies

Advanced Degree preferred

HAZWOPER certification (40-hour)

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose,responsibilityand real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected,interwovenand international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams,consultantsand professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us,you’renot just forging acareer,you’rejoining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smartersolutionsand lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

Our Environmental Project Manager position is located in SE Remote.

The annual salary range for this role is $90K to $110K, commensuratewith experience, skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role,you’llbe comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Manage a variety of environmental compliance projects including but not limited to: Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plans; Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans; Hazardous Waste Stream Determinations; Solid Waste and Hazardous Waste Management Plans; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act Reports.

• Assuming Project Management responsibilities including being the senior technical lead, working with a project team to manage risk, meeting project profitability goals, and managing both the internal team performance and client expectations.

• Responsible for estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of company standards.

• Coordinates the day-to-day operations of technical staff assigned to projects by assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, directing efforts and providing technical guidance.

• Conduct field work at client sites to collect data and conduct meetings and trainings.

• Oversees development of project document deliverable outlines and layouts, technical writing of reports, data interpretation, and development of graphical presentations in a logical and professional manner.

• Overseeing administrative and financial aspects of Project Management including proposals, project set ups, forecasting, invoicing, and subcontractor management

• Acts as a client manager to understand customer needs and distributes work assignments and proposals to appropriate teams. Consults with clients to prepare plans, reports, and assessments.

• Communicates to leadership when potential issues are foreseen, or potential issues arise that may inhibit performing tasks within the allotted schedule and budget.

• Oversees project set up and authorization paperwork to include: project authorizations, contracts, subcontracts, purchase order requests, and project schedules.

• Oversees project financial management duties to include: project projections, project invoicing, subcontractor invoice approvals, progress reporting, and project/subcontractor contract compliance.

• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

• Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.

• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.

• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.

• Performing other duties as assigned

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge,skillsand abilities that help you do your best work here.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Engineering or Environmental Studies; Advanced Degree preferred

• 10+ years of related experience, including internships and/or related scientific/field of study experience

• Knowledge of computer aided software (Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.)

• General knowledge of environmental compliance and/or environmental engineering principles

• Knowledgeable of regulatory standards in an environmental technical area

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational and management skills

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors

• Organizational skills and attention to detail

• Team player with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

• Ability to work well in a team-driven environment

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and leaders

• Ability to complete and maintain HAZWOPER certification with the 40-hour HAZWOPER environmental health and safety class, and annual 8-hour refresher class

• OSHA 30-hour training preferred

• Ability to meet Level 2 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) training requirements per EM 385-1-1 preferred

• Ability to travel (<35%)

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.