Senior Environmental Project Manager, Abandoned Mine Lands

Atlas; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and parental leave

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Career development programs

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a Senior Environmental Project Manager for Abandoned Mine Lands to oversee reclamation and remediation projects across multiple states. The ideal candidate will possess an engineering degree, PE licensure, and over 15 years of experience in environmental permitting and design. This role requires strong project management skills, knowledge of regulations, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D. Competitive benefits include comprehensive health coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in design, environmental permitting, and implementation.
• Advanced knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations.
• Ability to travel 35% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent projects and budgets.
• Provide senior-level leadership for AML reclamation planning.
• Oversee preparation of permitting packages for state and local agencies.
• Lead technical proposal and SOQ development.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Engineering or related technical degree

PE licensure

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Senior Environmental Project Manager, Abandoned Mine Lands

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

At Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you’re a Senior Environmental Project Manager, Abandoned Mine Lands ready to lead multi-state environmental reclamation and remediation projects from concept through regulatory approval, and committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

Manage multiple concurrent projects and budgets, including scope control, change orders, and lifecycle cost tracking and forecasting.

Provide senior-level leadership for AML reclamation planning, directing cost estimating, multidisciplinary teams, and regulatory-ready deliverables.

Lead development of advanced plans, specifications, and designs for complex environmental and infrastructure projects, ensuring technical and regulatory quality.

Oversee preparation of permitting packages for state and local agencies across mining, oil & gas, AML, and site development projects.

Lead technical proposal and SOQ development and represent the organization in pre-bid meetings and agency presentations.

Supervise, mentor, and coordinate staff and stakeholders, supporting effective communication, project delivery, agency relationships, and health & safety compliance.

You’ll thrive here if you

Engineering or related technical degree that supports advanced project oversight and design leadership.

PE licensure preferred with 15+ years of experience in design, environmental permitting, and implementation.

Advanced knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations, including SMCRA Titles IV and V and Title 25 Chapters 77, 78, 86, 102, and 105.

Working knowledge of PA, OH, WV, and IN regulations, with multi-state regulatory familiarity.

Advanced technical expertise in AML and reclamation planning and design, providing senior-level guidance and quality oversight.

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to travel 35% of the time.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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