Environmental Remediation Project Manager- Minot, ND

Jacobs; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid time off (PPTO)

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Environmental Project Manager based in North Dakota. The role focuses on leading and coordinating environmental projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery while engaging with clients and regulators.

Ideal candidates hold a related bachelor’s degree, have hands-on experience in site investigations or remediation, and possess or are able to obtain a HAZWOPER certification. Jacobs offers strong benefits and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, environmental science, geology, or related field
• Experience in environmental projects including site investigation/remediation, subcontractor oversight, and leading project teams
• HAZWOPER certification (or ability to obtain/maintain) standard requirement

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects: plan, staff, schedule, and budget while ensuring safety and quality
• Collaborate with subcontractors, internal support staff, and subject matter experts
• Analyze data, prepare technical reports, and design/implement pilot studies and remedial systems
• Engage with clients and regulators, present information, and discuss site management strategies
• Mentor and grow project teams, benefiting from mentorship opportunities at Jacobs

Skills

Project management

Team coordination

Technical data analysis

Client communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering/civil engineering/environmental science/geology

Master’s degree or PE/PG/PMP Certification

HAZWOPER certification (42-hour preferred)

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

This role is based in Minot, North Dakota. No relocation assistance is offered for this role.

As an Environmental Project Manager based in North Dakota, you’ll play a crucial role in cleaning up our communities and improving our environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and Manage Projects Plan, staff, schedule, and budget projects while ensuring quality, consistency, and safety.
• Collaborate and Coordinate Work with subcontractors, internal support staff, and subject matter experts.
• Technical Excellence Analyze data, prepare technical reports, and design and implement pilot studies and remedial systems.
• Client Interaction Engage with clients and regulators, present information, and facilitate discussions on site management strategies.
• Mentorship and Growth Provide motivation and direction to project teams, and benefit from mentorship opportunities to help you grow your career at Jacobs.

What You’ll Need

• Education Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, environmental science, geology, or a related technical field.
• Experience Proven experience in environmental projects, including site investigation and/or remediation, subcontractor oversight, and managing project teams.
• Certifications 40-hour HAZWOPER certification or the ability to obtain and maintain it.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Degrees and Certifications Master’s degree in a related field and/or certifications such as PE, PG, or PMP.
• US Citizenship Required for this position.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $119,800.00 to $178,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on September 23, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.