Senior Environmental Project Manager

LaBella Associates; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LaBella Associates seeks a Senior Project Manager to join their Investigation & Remediation Group. Located in Syracuse, NY, the successful candidate will lead environmental projects, ensuring compliance with NYSDEC regulations, and guide junior staff while delivering quality outcomes. Benefits include flexible work, health insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Program

Team Building Events

Community Service Events

Qualifications

• 8 to 15 years of experience in environmental projects.
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification required.
• Ability to deliver multiple projects on time.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental projects including brownfields and site investigations.
• Coordinate project safety and quality standards.
• Assist the development of junior staff.

Skills

Project Management

Environmental Compliance

Field Program Design

Subcontractor Management

Client Interaction

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

B.S. in Environmental or Civil Engineering

PE License in NY (a plus)

Job description

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager in our Investigation & Remediation Group in Rochester, Ithaca, or Syracuse, NY offices. The desired candidate will have extensive experience with New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) programs including but not limited to the Brownfield Cleanup Program and Spills program and experience with permitting and compliance projects.

Duties

• Support projects in the office and on-site environmental projects that include brownfields, site investigations, treatment systems, construction projects, sample collection, environmental monitoring, and oversight of subcontractors.
• Proficient in designing field programs and performing associated field activities including scheduling, coordination of tasks, budgeting, subcontractor management.
• Assist with the development of Remedial Investigation Work Plans; Conceptual Remediation Plans, Corrective and Remedial Action Work Plans; Contract Documents including Specifications and Drawings; Remedial Construction Observation and Generation of Final Reports.
• Coordinates with corporate and project-level safety and ensure all projects are conducted in accordance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• Assist with oversight of junior staff working on projects to ensure work is done correctly and within budget.
• Participate in the development of junior staff and work with senior management to continue to grow as a consultant and leader of the firm.
• Experience interacting with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Assume additional responsibilities as required.

• B.S. in Environmental or Civil Engineering, Geologist, or Environmental Science (current PE license in NY a plus)
• A minimum of 8 to 15 years of experience.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work as part of a fast-paced team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage workload on multiple projects and deliver projects on time.
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification and up to date annual refresher.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $120,000

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

o Flexible Work Schedule

o Health/Dental Insurance

o 401k Plan with Employer Match

o Short & Long Term Disability

o Profit Sharing

o Paid Time Off

o Leadership Development Program

o Fitness Reimbursement

o Tuition Reimbursement

o Referral Bonus Program

o Wellness Program

o Team Building Events

o Community Service Events