Senior Environmental Project Manager

EA - Non-public External Job Board; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k & ESOP

Health, Dental, Vision

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Flexible spending accounts

Volunteer time

Job summary

EA is seeking a highly motivated Senior Environmental professional (Engineer, Scientist, or Geologist) to lead complex CERCLA investigations and PFAS remediation projects in the United States. You will coordinate a multidisciplinary team and manage site characterization, remediation design, and client communications.

This role requires at least 10 years of relevant experience, PE/PG or related certifications, strong technical writing, and the ability to mentor staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a relevant science or engineering field.
• Professional licensure or certifications preferred (PG/PE).
• 10+ years of experience in environmental projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects involving site characterization, remediation, and compliance.
• Lead remediation efforts including soil excavation, pump and treat, and bioremediation.
• Supervise field operations ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare technical documents, reports, and scopes of work with cost estimates.
• Mentor project teams and provide technical guidance to staff.
• Conduct data analysis and convey findings to clients and teams.
• Develop new client relationships and define project scopes and budgets.

Skills

CERCLA investigations

PFAS remediation

Project management

Technical writing

Client relations

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geology, Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry

Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

About Us

At EA, you’ll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions.As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Environmental professional (Engineer, Scientist, or Geologist) to join our team. This position will primarily focus on managing complex environmental projects involving CERCLA investigations and remediation processes related to PFAS and chlorinated solvents.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to address environmental issues concerning soil and groundwater contamination, site redevelopment, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee projects related to site characterization, remediation, and environmental compliance.
• Lead remediation projects, which may include soil excavation, groundwater pump and treat, bioremediation, thermal desorption, soil stabilization, and soil vapor extraction.
• Lead and manage field operations, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with environmental regulations.
• Prepare technical documents, reports, and proposals, including cost estimates and scopes of work for new opportunities.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to project teams and staff members, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Conduct data analysis and deliver technical insights to clients and project teams.
• Develop and manage new client relationships while working with existing clients to define comprehensive scopes of work and provide detailed cost estimates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geology, Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Professional Geologist (PG), Professional Engineer (PE), or relevant certifications preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including technical work, client interaction, project management, and staff training/mentoring.
• Strong background in CERCLA and PFAS investigation and remediation, including soil and groundwater remediation techniques such as bioremediation, thermal desorption, and soil vapor extraction.
• Experience managing field teams conducting site characterization and remediation.
• Strong critical thinking, technical writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to convey complex technical information effectively to a range of stakeholders, including clients and project teams.
• Flexible, adaptable, and eager to tackle diverse environmental challenges.

Note: This position requires specific driving duties. You must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer.

Use of AI in the Application Process:

Applications should represent your own work and experience. AI generated resumes will not be considered.

Sponsorship Statement:

This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants who require sponsorship at any point will not be considered.

Drug Screen Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.

Pay Range

$125,000—$150,000 USD

The EA pay range for this position is intended as a general guideline and does not guarantee specific compensation or salary. Factors considered when making an offer include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, and compliance with federal and state laws.

Why Join EA?

At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team-centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.

What We Provide:

EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work-life balance including flexible schedules. We have a tremendous base of positive client relationships that has resulted in a stable backlog of projects and opportunities for growth. We offer paid volunteer time, tuition reimbursement, knowledge sharing, industry advancement, professional associations, and industry conferences. EA is proud to offer a fantastic benefits package that includes the following:

• 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Salary
• Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Generous paid-time-off policy
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee wellness program

Accommodation Information:

If you are interested in applying for employment with EA and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the EA Talent Acquisition Office at [e-mail]. For TTY users, dial 711.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

EA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.