Senior Environmental Project Manager – Southeast Michigan

Akt Pierless; Michigan; On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Flexible work-life balance

Job summary

AKT Peerless in Michigan is seeking a Sr. Environmental Project Manager to lead due diligence and remediation efforts within a multidisciplinary team. This role focuses on conducting Phase I and II ESAs, managing hydrogeological investigations, and ensuring compliance with state regulations.

You will coordinate across disciplines, guide project goals, and deliver high-quality environmental services while supporting a flexible work-life balance and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Engineering or related field.
• 8-12 years of relevant environmental experience.
• Experience with Phase I/II ESAs and BEA/due care.
• Knowledge of Michigan Environmental Regulations.
• Strong technical writing and MS Office skills.
• Excellent organizational and communications abilities.
• Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Phase I ESAs to ASTM standards.
• Lead Phase II ESAs.
• Oversee hydrogeological investigations and remediation projects.
• Support due diligence and brownfield redevelopment processes.
• Maintain awareness of each project’s status and goals.
• Coordinate tasks across disciplines to ensure completion.
• Provide high-quality environmental services.
• Respond to customers in a timely manner.

Skills

Technical writing

Staff management

Project coordination

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Geology / Hydrogeology / Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sr. Environmental Project Manager – Southeast Michigan

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Engineering, or related from an accredited university.
• 8-12 years of Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering or related environmental experience.
• Strong background/experience with environmental due diligence (Phase I, Phase II, & BEA/due care)
• Experience with Michigan Environmental Regulations.
• Strong technical writing skills, proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational and communications skills.
• Ability to effectively manage and coordinate staff.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.

Preferred:

• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and current with 8-hour refresher courses.
• Part 201/213 experience.

Job Description:

Successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment providing due diligence and remediation services.

• Conducting/managing Phase I ESAs to ASTM or higher standards.
• Conducting/managing Phase II ESAs.
• Conducting/managing hydrogeological investigations and remediation projects.
• Understanding due diligence and brownfield redevelopment processes.
• Demonstrating full knowledge of each project’s status and goals.
• Performing tasks across multiple disciplines to bring about successful project completion.
• Providing quality environmental services.
• Responding to customers in a timely manner.
• Other duties not listed may also apply.

At AKT Peerless, we believe that a supportive and enriching work environment is the foundation for success. As a member of our team, you’ll have access to opportunities for training, mentoring, and career advancement. The culture at AKT Peerless revolves around our people, environment, and communities, fostering involvement in employee social events and community volunteering. We cultivate a teamwork atmosphere and take pride in delivering high-quality services to our clients. Joining our team means being part of a collaborative environment that values open communication, shared insights, and collective problem-solving. Our organizational culture recognizes the importance of a flexible work-life balance, prioritizing the well-being of our team members by offering flexibility to meet both personal and professional commitments.

Company Overview:

Established in 1989, AKT Peerless is a leading provider of comprehensive environmental and economic development services. With a strategic expansion that includes 12 offices across 6 states, our growth is attributed to a carefully selected, multi-disciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality consulting.

We prioritize cost management, quality work product, responsiveness, and project finality to address the primary concerns of our clients. Our team’s expertise in regulatory compliance, environmental management, and redevelopment ensures the successful completion of complex projects. Our extensive client base encompasses over 110 state and local governmental agencies, over 75 financial institutions, thousands of private entities, and several non-profit organizations.

Our services extend to environmental due diligence, hydrogeological investigations, remediation, brownfield redevelopment, vapor intrusion investigations and mitigation, engineering controls for abandoned landfills, and industrial hygiene services (asbestos, lead-based paint, mold) for municipalities, school districts, and private clients nationwide.

AKT Peerless offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits and is an EOE.

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Basic Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance