Environmental Project Manager/Sr Project Manager

Energy Vault; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading environmental firm as a Project Manager in Poughkeepsie, NY. You will oversee various environmental due diligence services and contribute to impactful remediation projects. Ideal candidates will possess strong project management skills and a passion for environmental protection. Enjoy a collaborative culture with ample growth opportunities and a robust benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of experience, with five years of project management experience.
• Proven project management skills managing small-scale and larger projects.
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification required.

Responsibilities

• Managing scope, schedule, budget, and invoicing for environmental projects.
• Overseeing field and office staff and ensuring projects are completed correctly.
• Preparing and reviewing technical reports and cost estimates.

Skills

Project Management

Environmental Investigation

Technical Writing

Verbal Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

If you're passionate about the design and function of the built environment, find beauty in and want to protect the natural environment, and want to work with others that feel the same, join our team! LaBella’s multi-disciplinary team of architects, designers, engineers, managers, and environmental scientists work every day to make our world more functional, beautiful, and safe. LaBella is an employee-owned engineering firm of approximately 2,000 staff and growing!

We receive annual accolades for workplace culture, growth, ethics, and philanthropy. We cultivate each employee’s growth, expand our expertise, and bring out the best in client projects. Unlike some of the giants in our industry, our company still recognizes and appreciates the individual without losing them in a sea of spreadsheets and tries to conduct business in a personal way, very focused on relationships.

Our chosen tagline is "Powered by Partnership," which reflects our focus on collaboration among internal and external stakeholders to advance projects within our local communities and build upon these relationships in a synergistic way.

We have an immediate need within our Environmental Division to hire a Project Manager/Sr. Project Manager in the Due Diligence, Investigation and Remediation Group, based out of our Poughkeepsie, NY office. This group provides a full range of environmental due diligence services from initial assessment to remediation and site closure. This is an opportunity for a smart and talented professional to perform in a role with solid growth opportunity. A successful candidate will be able to work closely with existing LaBella Department leadership, mentor rising LaBella staff, provide expert technical leadership, manage projects, and expand business relationships and opportunities. The applicant must have a minimum of five years of project management experience with one or more NYSDEC remedial program (Spills, State Superfund, BCP, etc.).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Managing scope, schedule, budget, and invoicing for tasks including multi-media site investigations, tank closures, remedial actions, monitoring well installation & groundwater monitoring, etc.
• Overseeing field and office staff working within project teams to ensure work is done correctly and within budget.
• Reviewing field and analytical data and perform calculations to support site characterization and inform evaluation and selection of remedial alternatives.
• Performing periodic review of remedial site data to optimize overall remedial strategy and make recommendations.
• Client and regulatory correspondence.
• Preparing and reviewing technical reports.
• Preparing cost estimates and proposals.
• Working effectively with project teams, clients, regulators, and all other stakeholders.
• Coordinating work schedules with LaBella staff and subcontractors.
• Satisfying internal safety and quality standards.
• May require infrequent travel for field visits.
• Highly proficient in MS Office suite.

Requirements

The Candidate should possess the following Education & Qualifications:

• Passion for Environmental Investigation and Remediation on behalf of clients in both the public and private sector.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or closely related field.

• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience, with a minimum of five (5) years project management experience involving NYCRR Part 375 regulations with a solid understanding of various NYSDEC remedial program requirements.

• Proven Project Management skills, with experience managing small-scale, short-term projects as well as larger, longer-term projects.

• Experience with the following programs, for public or private sector clients: Spills, BCP, State Superfund, UST Closure, Phase II ESA, Site Management/Long-term Monitoring, etc.

• Self-motivated with ability to perform assigned tasks independently.

• Ability to work as part of a fast-paced team.

• Effective verbal communication skills.

• Excellent technical writing skills.

• Ability to manage workload on multiple projects simultaneously and deliver projects on time.

• 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification and up-to-date annual refresher.

• Must be highly proficient in MS Office suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Geologist or Engineer License preferred.

• Experience managing assignments for local, state, and federal clients is preferred.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Salary Range: $90.000 - $130,000

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

o Flexible Work Schedule

o Health/Dental Insurance

o 401k Plan with Employer Match

o Short & Long Term Disability

o Profit Sharing

o Paid Time Off

o Leadership Development Program

o Fitness Reimbursement

o Tuition Reimbursement

o Referral Bonus Program

o Wellness Program

o Team Building Events

o Community Service Events