Envrionmental Project Manager III - Remediation Focus

AECOM; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Environmental Project Manager for our Chicago, Illinois office in a hybrid (office and remote) role. The ideal candidate will lead complex environmental projects, including investigation and remediation efforts, with a focus on health and safety, client engagement, and regulatory collaboration.

The position requires a BS in engineering, geology, or environmental science with at least 4 years of experience, and the ability to obtain licensure where applicable.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering, geology, environmental science, or related field (4+ years experience)
• US Citizen or US Permanent Resident
• Must pass background check
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass MVR check

Responsibilities

• Project management of environmental investigations and remediation efforts across sites
• Coordinate with clients and regulators to discuss project capabilities and services
• Ensure projects meet scope, budget, and schedule
• Provide technical oversight and quality control across project phases
• Develop and maintain stakeholder communications and progress updates
• Identify, mitigate, and manage project risks and resource needs

Skills

US Citizenship

Background check

Driver's license

Education

BS in engineering/geology/environmental science

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

Work with Us. Change the World.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a talented Environmental Project Manager for immediate employment in our Chicago, Illinois office. Imagine making a positive impact in your community while working on rewarding projects, such as environmental justice, remediation, or Brownfields projects.

As part of this hybrid (office and remote) role, the ideal candidate will demonstrate experience in regulatory and client engagement on complex sites, investigation/remediation project experience, and a strong focus on health and safety. The candidate should be detail-oriented, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be capable of working independently while collaborating in a high-performance team.

Working at AECOM means being part of a global team and collaborating with award-winning professionals around the globe. In this role, you will also be responsible for supporting business development for the Chicago office, technical delivery, stakeholder engagement and communication, and financial management.

Responsibilities for this position may include the following:

Project Management:

• Responsible for the overall management of projects and assists in establishing project-specific objectives and policies.
• Understand site investigation and remediation techniques to drive solutions for our clients.
• Interact with existing and potential clients to discuss AECOM service capabilities and expand services provided.
• Ensure all facets of a project portfolio are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule.
• Provide technical oversight and quality control.
• Determine and define project scope and objectives.
• Manage all phases of projects (from beginning to close out).
• Predict resource needs and manage resources effectively.
• Have decision-making authority and recognize risk and uncertainty with plans to mitigate and eliminate such.
• Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress.
• Identify, mitigate, and manage project risks.
• Manage more complex clients and projects.
• Consistently deliver profit margins as planned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BS in engineering, geology, environmental science, or a related field and 4+ years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
• The succesful candidate will have to pass a background check.
• A valid driver's license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in site investigation, remediation, project management, and business development experience.
• Licensed in the State of Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Kansas, Missouri, or Ohio (Professional Engineer or Geologist).
• Experience working with state regulatory agencies in the same states referenced for licensure.
• Experience in scheduling resources to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.
• Experience in business development.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certified (current) including 8-hr Supervisor training.
• PMP certification.
• Experience with regulator and stakeholder negotiations.
• Experience successfully managing environmental projects for various types of clients.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Superior communication, writing, editing, and reporting skills for a wide variety of audiences.
• Experience preparing proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and change orders.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $102000 to $122000.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community- where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.