Hybrid Environmental Remediation Project Lead

Jacobs; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Stock Purchase

Deferred Compensation

Executive Deferral Plan

PPTO

Paid Holidays

Caregiver Leave

Job summary

Jacobs in Milwaukee seeks a Project Manager with a background in environmental site characterization and remediation to oversee challenging projects for federal and global private sector clients.

You will lead cross-functional teams of field and office staff, prepare proposals and cost estimates, manage subcontractors, and ensure safety, regulatory compliance and high-quality outcomes. This is a hybrid role requiring strong leadership and client relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, geological engineering, geology, or closely related field.
• Experience as a project manager at environmental remediation sites.
• Experience with site investigations/characterizations and remedial design/actions.
• Experience resolving issues affecting remedy implementation (technical, regulatory, risk, stakeholders).
• Experience leading a team in site closure strategy and change management.
• Experience liaising with contractors, regulators, property owners, other consultants, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals and cost estimates.
• Procure subcontractors and manage financials including client invoicing.
• Oversee schedule management and staff mentorship.
• Build and maintain client relationships and regulatory agency communications.
• Interpret data and develop reports.
• Ensure safety, compliance and quality across projects.

Skills

Project management

Environmental remediation

Site characterization

Regulatory coordination

Client relationship building

Team leadership

Proposal preparation

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Jacobs in Milwaukee seeks a Project Manager with a background in environmental site characterization and remediation to oversee challenging projects for federal and global private sector clients.

You will lead cross-functional teams of field and office staff, prepare proposals and cost estimates, manage subcontractors, and ensure safety, regulatory compliance and high-quality outcomes. This is a hybrid role requiring strong leadership and client relations.