Environmental Restoration Project Manager

Air Comfort, Inc; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company based in Silver Spring, MD, is looking for an experienced Environmental Restoration Project Manager to oversee various projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of environmental regulations. Responsibilities include planning, budgeting, and coordinating with stakeholders. The role requires a degree in Environmental Science and excellent organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental restoration, landscaping, horticulture, or arboriculture.
• Strong understanding of environmental restoration practices.
• Ability to identify native trees and shrubs.
• Must be available to work Monday–Friday, with occasional Saturdays during spring and fall seasons.

Responsibilities

• Planning, budgeting, scheduling, overseeing field operations, invoicing, and documenting all aspects of assigned projects.
• Ensuring project execution aligns with environmental regulations, project specifications, and company policies.
• Coordinating with a variety of stakeholders, including contractors and government agencies.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Environmental restoration practices

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Spanish language skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Job Description

Empire Landscape, LLC is seeking a qualified Environmental Restoration Project Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, budgeting, scheduling, overseeing field operations, invoicing, and documenting all aspects of assigned projects to ensure profitability and compliance. This role involves managing a wide range of environmental restoration projects, including but not limited to:

• Reforestation and stream/wetland plantings

• Bioretention and stormwater management installations and maintenance

• Hydro-seeding, tree removal, and tree preservation

• Invasive species management, sediment and erosion control

• Bioengineering and native habitat restoration

The Project Manager will coordinate with a variety of stakeholders, including contractors (both large and small), government agencies, county parks and complexes, municipalities, homeowners, and inspectors across the MD/VA/DC region.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring project execution aligns with environmental regulations, project specifications, and company policies

• Managing logistics while maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety, and productivity

• Reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and contracts

• Preparing RFIs and submittal packages

• Coordinating with internal staff and general contractors

• Attending field and office meetings as required

We are seeking a candidate with a strong mix of regulatory knowledge and hands-on experience. Ideal candidates will be confident managing on-site operations and driving projects from initiation to completion.

Education and Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental restoration, landscaping, horticulture, or arboriculture

• Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record

• Strong understanding of environmental restoration practices

• Ability to identify native trees and shrubs

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in basic computer applications

• Spanish language skills a plus

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently

• Must be available to work Monday–Friday, with occasional Saturdays during spring and fall seasons

Position Location

This position is based out of our Silver Spring, MD office and serves projects throughout the MD/VA/DC region.