Hybrid Principal Environmental & Ecological Project Lead

Sr. Environmental/ Ecological Project Manager; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid workforce

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription card

401k

FSA

LTD

STD

New Parent Leave

529 CollegeBound Fund

Tuition Assistance

Bonus Plan

Job summary

Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES) seeks a Principal Environmental/ Ecological Project Manager & Office Lead to guide and manage our local operations and regional ecological needs.

You will lead field-related projects, oversee staff, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams on complex ecological scopes. This role requires 15+ years of ecological experience, strong leadership, and expert knowledge of permits and regulatory frameworks, with a focus on restoration, mitigation, and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional ecological experience.
• Experience with 401/404 permitting, WOTUS, CWA, NEPA, ESA/T&E species.
• Proven leadership and project management experience.
• Field surveys, habitat assessments, and reporting.
• Ability to coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to strategic planning and growth of ecological services.
• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the local office.
• Oversee regional ecological assessments, surveys, and environmental impact studies.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to staff.
• Ensure high-quality project delivery, on time and within budget.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and support business development.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, policies, and best practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure and land-use projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Field surveys

Communication

Time management

Education

Ecology degree

Environmental Science degree

Job description

Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES) seeks a Principal Environmental/ Ecological Project Manager & Office Lead to guide and manage our local operations and regional ecological needs.

You will lead field-related projects, oversee staff, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams on complex ecological scopes. This role requires 15+ years of ecological experience, strong leadership, and expert knowledge of permits and regulatory frameworks, with a focus on restoration, mitigation, and