Environmental Staff Project Manager

Engineering Consulting Service; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking an Environmental Staff Project Manager to join our team in the United States. This role will support environmental consulting projects through fieldwork, technical analysis, reporting, and coordination under senior guidance.

The position emphasizes growing project ownership, client relationships, budgets, and schedules while delivering professional client service in line with ECS Core Values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geology or related field.
• 3+ years of related experience in environmental consulting.
• Professional license not required for progression.

Responsibilities

• Initiates project setup with limited supervision.
• Performs groundwater, soil, and media sampling.
• Supervises drill crews and supports investigations under senior oversight.
• Documents site observations and prepares field reports.
• Assists with remediation system installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Maintains communication with clients and project stakeholders.
• Prepares invoices and supports collection activities.
• Coordinates field and office activities for project execution.

Skills

Environmental principles

Verbal & written communication

Multi-tasking

Client relations

Field procedures

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Environmental Engineering or Geology

Tools

MS Office

Project tracking

Job description

Responsibilities

Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Staff Project Manager to join our team. The Environmental Staff Project Manager supports the execution and management of environmental consulting projects through a combination of field work, technical analysis, reporting, and project coordination. This role begins developing ownership of project tasks, client relationships, budgets, and schedules while working under the guidance of senior project management staff. The Environmental Staff Project Manager contributes to project success through technical execution, team coordination, and professional client service while demonstrating ECS Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Initiates project setup and implementation with limited supervision
• Performs groundwater, soil, and media sampling activities
• Supervises drill crews and supports investigation activities under senior oversight
• Evaluates site access and performs boring and test pit layouts
• Documents site observations and prepares field reports
• Identifies changing site conditions and recommends appropriate investigation adjustments
• Assists with remediation system installation, operation, and maintenance
• Supports underground storage tank assessments
• Communicates site conditions that may impact project budgets, scope, or remediation approaches
• Collaborates with project teams on a variety of environmental consulting projects
• Attends project meetings and assists with technical and administrative issue resolution
• Develops relationships with existing and prospective clients through project interactions
• Maintains regular communication with assigned clients and project stakeholders
• Assists with project budget management and change order tracking
• Prepares invoices and supports collection activities
• Schedules, trains, and oversees environmental technicians and support staff
• Prioritizes project tasks and assists with workload management to meet deadlines
• Develops project management skills through management of assigned project tasks
• Assists with preparation of proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates
• Prepares environmental reports, performs technical analysis, and develops recommendations in collaboration with senior staff
• Coordinates field and office activities necessary for project execution
• Supports project setup, implementation, and closeout activities
• Performs additional technical and project management duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting
• 3+ years of related experience
• A professional license is not required for this position, but it is necessary to progress in your career
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required

Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of environmental principles, regulations, and applications
• Basic understanding of permitting requirements and environmental test methods
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Developing project management and consulting skills
• Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, subcontractors, and field staff
• Basic ability to develop and maintain client relationships
• Working knowledge of sampling methods and environmental field procedures
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to lift and carry field equipment (~40 lbs)
• Must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow all local and state laws, road/driving regulations, and Company policies

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
  • E-5

The expected pay range for this role and location is $55,000 - $85,000/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.