Remediation Project Manager

fmc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

FMC Corporation is seeking a Remediation Project Manager to lead environmental remediation projects across assigned sites, directing teams through all phases from field execution to demolition. You will ensure safety culture, manage budgets, and liaise with federal/state agencies and senior leadership.

BS in Engineering or related field required; 6+ years in remediation and project management; SAP and MS Office proficiency preferred.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of environmental remediation and project management experience with 3+ years of experience working with federal or state environmental agencies on remediation issues.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies, required. Previous work experience in an Industrial Corporate Environmental setting and/or working in a facility is preferred.
• Previous responsibility for overseeing safety, technical, organizational management, and financial aspects of multiple simultaneous environmental projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement remedial strategies for assigned remediation sites safely and within budget.
• Manage all projects to FMC safety standards and implement FMC's culture of safety at all sites.
• Select, manage and deploy diverse teams of specialists to direct all phases of site remediation projects, including field execution and construction, decontamination, and demolition activities.
• Develop estimates for annual spend on projects. Meet project budgets, prepare all necessary authorization documents for spending and cost controls. Develop monthly forecasts to ensure tracking to budget.
• Negotiate with governmental authorities the appropriate scope of work, the best alternatives for site remediation, and the level of FMC involvement at assigned remediation sites.
• Retain and manage environmental consultants, laboratories and remedial contractors.
• Prepare and present presentations to partners, including senior leadership, on project status, strategies, costs, progress, and new issues.
• Identify new issues and trends on remediation project work and communicate relevant matters with the appropriate audience.
• Occasional travel to project sites to actively manage and assist in the oversight of remedial construction and to participate in key regulatory and stakeholder meetings.

Skills

Project management

Environmental remediation

Regulatory coordination

Budgeting

Team leadership

Education

BS in Engineering, Natural Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agricultural sciences, driven by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture. Solutions for the Planet. We are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture's biggest challenges. With one of the most productive and diversified pipelines in the industry, FMC is delivering cutting-edge and next-generation crop protection technologies - including Dodhylex™ active, Isoflex™ active, rimisoxafen, and fluindapyr - to help farmers increase the productivity and resilience of their land. Our employees are at the heart of this innovation. We're looking for bold thinkers and collaborative doers. At FMC, your ideas matter. From day one, you'll contribute to meaningful work that drives progress in agriculture, supported by a culture that values integrity, safety, respect, and results. Join us in advancing the future of agriculture. Together, we're building a more resilient planet - one innovation at a time.

Overview

The Remediation Project Manager position is an exciting role in the FMC Corporate Environmental Remediation group for someone with a desire to manage environmental remediation projects. In this position, you will lead diverse teams, directing all phases of remediation projects at your assigned sites and support the teams involved in all remediation and construction projects. As a Remediation Project Manager, you will report to the Remediation Portfolio Manager.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement remedial strategies for assigned remediation sites safely and within budget.
• Manage all projects to FMC safety standards and implement FMC's culture of safety at all sites.
• Select, manage and deploy diverse teams of specialists to direct all phases of site remediation projects, including field execution and construction, decontamination, and demolition activities.
• Develop estimates for annual spend on projects. Meet project budgets, prepare all necessary authorization documents for spending and cost controls. Develop monthly forecasts to ensure tracking to budget.
• Negotiate with governmental authorities the appropriate scope of work, the best alternatives for site remediation, and the level of FMC involvement at assigned remediation sites.
• Retain and manage environmental consultants, laboratories and remedial contractors.
• Prepare and present presentations to partners, including senior leadership, on project status, strategies, costs, progress, and new issues.
• Communicate with management, other department members, other key FMC stakeholders (legal, procurement, finance, sustainability, etc.), and outside contractors on a variety of matters, including project status and other issues.
• Critically review and edit for accuracy, style and content all reports, correspondence, field records, etc. which are prepared to document project work.
• Identify new issues and trends on remediation project work and communicate relevant matters with the appropriate audience.
• Occasional travel to project sites to actively manage and assist in the oversight of remedial construction and to participate in key regulatory and stakeholder meetings.

Required Education

BS in Engineering, Natural Science, or related field

Qualifications

• 6+ years of environmental remediation and project management experience with 3+ years of experience working with federal or state environmental agencies on remediation issues. Sound understanding of USEPA and state agency policies and procedures, patterns of agency action and non-action, and typical responses.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies, required. Previous work experience in an Industrial Corporate Environmental setting and/or working in a facility is preferred.
• Previous responsibility for overseeing safety, technical, organizational management, and financial aspects of multiple simultaneous environmental projects.
• Experience analyzing project requirements with important partners, evaluating feasibility, and developing a strategy for implementation.
• Skill coordinating and overseeing safe field execution, construction, decontamination and demolition activities.
• Experience managing projects, preferably >$5M annually, and developing project plans and schedules to implement and track project status.
• Knowledge of environmental reserves and requirements imposed by government agencies.
• Previous experience exercising practical judgment and ability to make data-driven decisions within context of defined processes.
• Proficient in using common computer software, including: Microsoft Word®, Excel®, and PowerPoint® and SAP® (preferred).

Additional preferred qualifications

• Technical knowledge and experience in complex environmental, occupational health, or worker safety subject areas in a manufacturing environment.
• Direct management of environmental, health, and safety requirements, such as permit acquisition and compliance auditing.
• Experience managing capital projects.
• Experience with USEPA RCRA and CERCLA remediation programs
• Professional licensure and