Senior Environmental & Ecological Project Lead

Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc.; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid workforce

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k

Tuition assistance

Bonus plan

Job summary

Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a Principal Environmental/Ecological Project Manager & Office Lead to guide our Pittsburgh operations and support regional ecological needs.

This role combines technical oversight with local office leadership to deliver complex ecological projects across permitting, restoration, and NEPA-related work. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of ecological project experience, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage budgets, schedules,

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Biology, Agricultural Sciences, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Geology or related discipline.
• 15+ years of professional ecological experience.
• Experience leading teams and managing projects.
• Strong knowledge of ecological laws, legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with field surveys, habitat assessments, and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

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

Project management

Ecology expertise

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

Client relationships

Strategic planning

Education

Ecology or related degree

Job description

Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a Principal Environmental/Ecological Project Manager & Office Lead to guide our Pittsburgh operations and support regional ecological needs.

This role combines technical oversight with local office leadership to deliver complex ecological projects across permitting, restoration, and NEPA-related work. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of ecological project experience, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage budgets, schedules,