Project Manager - Environmental Due Diligence

WASEYABEK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

BLDI Environmental Engineering in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a Project Manager – Environmental Due Diligence to own complex due diligence projects, provide technical QA/QC, and support the Director by balancing workload and strengthening outputs.

The role leads Phase I/II ESAs, reviews data evaluations and sampling plans, and mentors junior staff. A strong background in environmental consulting and EDD report writing is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional environmental consulting experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience specifically writing EDD reports.
• Experience with Phase I & Phase II ESAs and ASTM standards.
• Working knowledge of Part 201 of the Michigan NREPA.

Responsibilities

• Lead Phase I/II ESAs and related reports.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Perform environmental data evaluations, historical research, and sampling.
• QA/QC reviews of EDD reports.
• Serve as a technical resource for staff and PMs.
• Coach and train junior staff on technical tasks.
• Train new staff on conducting EDD reports.
• Collaborate with Director on workflow and staffing.
• Participate in client calls and technical discussions.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

BSc/MSc in Env Sci

Job description

Mission

BLDI Environmental Engineering is a full-service environmental consulting firm headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded in 1991, BLDI continues to provide progressive, professional, and practical consulting services. We offer straight-forward, cost-effective solutions to environmental issues. BLDI is proud of our steadfast reputation for meeting or exceeding our client’s expectations, resulting in repeat projects with longstanding customers.

BLDI is part of a portfolio of companies managed Waséyabek Development Company, LLC (WDC), a legal entity, created and wholly owned by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP), a federally recognized Indian Tribe. WDC is committed to fostering the development of a stable, diversified economy for the Band which will contribute to its long-term wealth and economic self-sufficiency while managing risk and creating quality employment opportunities. Members of NHBP or other federally-recognized tribes are encouraged to apply.

Position Summary:

The Project Manager – Environmental Due Diligence supports the Director by taking ownership of complex due diligence projects, providing technical quality control, and serving as a senior reference point for the EDD team. This role helps balance departmental workload, strengthen technical output, and improve proposal development, allowing the Director to focus on broader leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, Baseline Environmental Assessments, Documentation of Due Care Compliance Reports, and Response Activity Plans.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Conduct and/or review environmental data evaluations, historical research, and sampling plans.
• Perform QA/QC reviews for EDD reports prepared by staff technicians.
• Serve as a technical resource for staff technicians and project managers.
• Provide guidance, training, and coaching to junior and mid-level staff on technical tasks.
  • Train new technical staff on all aspects of conducting EDD reports
  • Collaborate directly with the Director to manage workflow, staffing needs, and project distribution.
  • Participate in client calls and technical discussions as needed to discuss/review conclusions and next steps, as applicable.
  • Prepare scopes, estimates, and proposals for EDD projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional environmental consulting experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience specifically writing EDD reports
• Experience with Phase I & Phase II ESAs and ASTM standards.
• Working knowledge of Part 201 of the Michigan Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (NREPA)
• Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Certified asbestos building inspector and/or OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification a plus

Growth & Opportunity:

This role is designed as a senior technical position with potential to progress into leadership or management responsibilities based on performance and organizational needs.