Project Coordinator – Springfield, IL

AKT Peerless; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

AKT Peerless seeks a senior environmental professional to lead Phase I and II ESAs and manage multi-disciplinary remediation projects. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, client relationship building, and delivering high-quality due diligence services.

The candidate will coordinate teams across disciplines and ensure timely, accurate deliverables. The position offers opportunities for advancement within a collaborative, growth-focused firm that serves municipal, state, and private sector

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• 6-10+ years of Phase I/II ESA and site investigation experience.
• Experience with Ohio EPA Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization.
• Experience with Ohio BUSTR.
• Strong staff coordination and leadership abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead Phase I ESAs to ASTM or higher standards.
• Lead Phase II ESAs.
• Manage PCA projects (Fannie Mae, HUD, ASTM 2018) as needed.
• Conduct or supervise asbestos and lead-based paint inspections.
• Maintain and grow the client base and pursue new opportunities.
• Understand Ohio brownfield redevelopment and BUSTR processes.
• Track project status and coordinate multidisciplinary tasks.
• Respond to customers in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phase I/II ESA

Staff leadership

Project coordination

Asbestos/lead inspections

Client development

Regulatory compliance (Ohio BUSTR/VAP)

MS Office skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Hydrogeology, Geology

40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training

Job description

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Hydrogeology, Geology, or related from an accredited university.
• 6-10+ years or more of Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) and site investigation experience.
• Experience with Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization.
• Experience with Ohio Bureau of Underground Storage Tank Regulations (BUSTR).
• Ability to effectively manage and coordinate staff and corporate leadership.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient with Microsoft Office.

Preferred:

• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and current with 8-hour refresher courses.
• Experience with Ohio EPA’s Voluntary Action Program (VAP), including Site Assessments, remedial investigations, corrective actions, and preparation of VAP deliverables.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will lead/work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment providing due diligence and remediation services. Expectations include:

• Manages and conducts Phase I ESAs to ASTM or higher standards.
• Manages and conducts Phase II ESAs.
• Manage and possibly conduct or participate in PCA projects (Fannie Mae, HUD, ASTM 2018).
• Conduct or manage asbestos and lead-based paint building inspections.
• Maintain existing client base and cultivate new client prospects.
• Understands due diligence and Ohio brownfield redevelopment, and Ohio BUSTR processes.
• Demonstrates full knowledge of each project’s status and goals.
• Performs tasks across multiple disciplines to bring about successful project completion.
• Responds to customers in a timely manner.
• Other duties not listed may also apply.

At AKT Peerless, we believe that a supportive and enriching work environment is the foundation for success. As a member of our team, you’ll have access to opportunities for training, mentoring, and career advancement. The culture at AKT Peerless revolves around our people, environment, and communities, fostering involvement in employee social events and community volunteering. We cultivate a teamwork atmosphere and take pride in delivering high-quality services to our clients. Joining our team means being part of a collaborative environment that values open communication, shared insights, and collective problem-solving. Our organizational culture recognizes the importance of a flexible work-life balance, prioritizing the well-being of our team members by offering flexibility to meet both personal and professional commitments.

Company Overview:

Established in 1989, AKT Peerless is a leading provider of comprehensive environmental and economic development services. With a strategic expansion that includes 12 offices across 6 states, our growth is attributed to a carefully selected, multi-disciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality consulting.

We prioritize cost management, quality work product, responsiveness, and project finality to address the primary concerns of our clients. Our team’s expertise in regulatory compliance, environmental management, and redevelopment ensures the successful completion of complex projects. Our extensive client base encompasses over 110 state and local governmental agencies, over 75 financial institutions, thousands of private entities, and several non-profit organizations.

Our services extend to environmental due diligence, hydrogeological investigations, remediation, brownfield redevelopment, vapor intrusion investigations and mitigation, engineering controls for abandoned landfills, and industrial hygiene services (asbestos, lead-based paint, mold) for municipalities, school districts, and private clients nationwide.

AKT Peerless offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits and is an EOE.

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Basic Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance