Senior Environmental Project Manager

AXIA Environmental; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Earth Systems / EnviroTrac in Austin, TX is seeking a Senior Environmental Project Manager to lead complex environmental projects and nurture client relationships. You will mentor staff, coordinate with regulators, and guide project teams to safe, on-time, on-budget completion.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, collaborative leadership, and growth across Texas operations with a strong safety culture. Office-based with travel across Texas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree as required in the field.
• 8+ years of progressive environmental consulting/project management experience.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and environmental site investigations.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex environmental consulting projects from planning through completion.
• Develop scopes of work, cost estimates, schedules, forecasts, and resource plans.
• Manage multiple projects ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and contract compliance.
• Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, regulators, and stakeholders for successful execution.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams, assign responsibilities, track progress, and ensure deliverables.
• Prepare and review technical reports, regulatory submittals, and project documentation.
• Ensure all activities meet Texas regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain client communications and manage expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct site visits to oversee field operations and quality control.
• Mentor junior staff and promote safety culture across projects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting & forecasting

Scheduling

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Senior Project Manager

Austin, Texas | Full-Time | Environmental Consulting

Lead Complex Environmental Projects. Build Client Relationships. Help Shape the Future of Our Texas Operations.

At Earth Systems / EnviroTrac we're more than an environmental consulting firm. We're a team of engineers, geologists, scientists, and problem-solvers committed to restoring and protecting the environment while delivering practical solutions for our clients across Texas.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Environmental Project Manager who wants more than another consulting job. This is an opportunity to lead high-impact environmental projects, mentor talented professionals, strengthen client partnerships, and play a key role in the continued growth of our Texas operations. If you're passionate about technical excellence, collaborative leadership, and delivering innovative environmental solutions, we'd like to meet you.

Location: Austin, Texas (Candidates should reside in or near the Austin metropolitan area)

Position Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $95,000 to $120,000 annually , depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications, plus performance-based bonus opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage complex environmental consulting projects from planning through completion.
• Develop project scopes of work, cost estimates, schedules, forecasts, and resource plans.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements.
• Coordinate with internal technical teams, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Direct multidisciplinary project teams by assigning responsibilities, monitoring progress, resolving issues, and maintaining accountability for project deliverables.
• Prepare, review, and oversee technical reports, regulatory submittals, work plans, proposals, and project documentation.
• Ensure all project activities and deliverables align with Texas regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and regulatory agencies, providing project updates and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct periodic site visits to oversee field operations, verify quality, monitor safety, and support project teams.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance to project personnel and subcontractors.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies on every project.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental consulting, environmental project management, site assessment, remediation, and regulatory compliance.
• Minimum of 4 years of direct field experience managing and supervising multidisciplinary teams performing environmental site investigations, remediation projects, and hazardous and non-hazardous material cleanup activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Texas environmental regulations, including programs administered by the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
• Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, forecasting, scope changes, and contract administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing technical reports and presenting project information to clients and regulatory agencies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel periodically to project sites throughout Texas.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States. Employment sponsorship is not available.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications (PE, PG, PMP, CHMM) strongly preferred.
• Experience managing environmental projects under Texas state agency contracts, including TxDOT, RRC, TCEQ, or other governmental agencies.
• Experience managing pipeline abandonment and removal projects.
• Experience designing, installing, operating, or troubleshooting groundwater remediation systems.
• Experience preparing and implementing SWPPPs, NPDES/TPDES permitting, construction stormwater compliance inspections, and BMP implementation.
• Current OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification with annual refresher training.

Why Join Earth Systems?

At Earth Systems, you'll have the opportunity to lead technically challenging projects while working alongside experienced environmental professionals who are committed to safety, quality, and client success.

We believe successful project managers should have the autonomy to lead projects, develop client relationships, mentor future leaders, and continue growing professionally. As part of the EnviroTrac family of companies, you'll have access to a broad portfolio of projects, diverse technical expertise, and opportunities for