Senior Environmental Project Manager

LVI Associates; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates in Irvine, CA is seeking a Senior Environmental Project Manager to lead remediation projects from planning through completion, coordinating multidisciplinary teams of scientists, geologists, and engineers.

This role focuses on managing scope, schedule, budget, and client expectations, while providing technical leadership on site investigations and remediation programs. The position offers visibility into growth opportunities within a collaborative firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• 12+ years of environmental consulting experience.
• 5+ years of project management and multidisciplinary team leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading site investigation and remediation projects for large, technically complex sites
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations, remedial technologies, and project delivery best practices
• Proven client management and business development experience, including bid preparation and proposal development
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver environmental investigation and remediation projects from planning through completion
• Lead multidisciplinary teams of environmental scientists, geologists, engineers, and technical specialists
• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations
• Provide technical leadership on complex remediation and site characterization programs
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and regulatory agencies
• Support business development efforts, including client relationship management, proposal preparation, RFP responses, and strategic pursuits
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff and contribute to team development initiatives
• Collaborate with leadership on project strategy, resource planning, and growth objectives

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Regulatory understanding

Site remediation experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Senior Environmental Project Manager

Location: Irvine, California

Compensation: $120,000 - $160,000 base salary D.O.E.

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a growing environmental consulting firm that has established itself in a unique position within the market. The company combines the technical capabilities, project backlog, and reputation needed to compete for large, complex remediation programs while maintaining the agility, autonomy, and entrepreneurial culture often associated with smaller consulting organizations.

This is an opportunity for an experienced environmental professional to take ownership of significant remediation projects, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and play a visible role in the continued growth of the business.

Why Join?

• Strong pipeline of complex site investigation and remediation projects
• Opportunity to lead high-profile environmental programs with significant technical challenges
• Greater autonomy and influence than is typically available within large multinational consulting firms
• Clear pathways for career advancement and leadership growth
• Collaborative culture with direct access to senior leadership and decision-makers
• Ability to contribute meaningfully to both project execution and business growth

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver environmental investigation and remediation projects from planning through completion
• Lead multidisciplinary teams of environmental scientists, geologists, engineers, and technical specialists
• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations
• Provide technical leadership on complex remediation and site characterization programs
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and regulatory agencies
• Support business development efforts, including client relationship management, proposal preparation, RFP responses, and strategic pursuits
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff and contribute to team development initiatives
• Collaborate with leadership on project strategy, resource planning, and growth objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
• 12+ years of environmental consulting experience
• 5+ years of project management and multidisciplinary team leadership experience
• Demonstrated experience leading site investigation and remediation projects for large, technically complex sites
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations, remedial technologies, and project delivery best practices
• Proven client management and business development experience, including bid preparation and proposal development
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience managing federal environmental projects and contracts
• Established relationships with public and private sector clients
• Experience leading large project teams and managing multiple concurrent projects

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a technically strong environmental consulting professional who enjoys both managing projects and developing people. They will have a track record of delivering complex remediation programs, growing client relationships, and contributing to business development efforts while fostering a collaborative team environment.

If you're looking for a role that combines the resources and technical depth of a larger firm with the visibility, flexibility, and career growth opportunities of a smaller organization, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.