Senior Environmental Projects Leader

Engineering Consulting Service; West Chester Township (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) seeks an Environmental Senior Project Manager to lead environmental consulting projects from proposal through closeout. You will provide technical leadership, client management, and staff development while ensuring safe, profitable delivery in line with ECS standards.

The role requires 5 years of related experience and advanced degrees in engineering or environmental sciences, with licensing potential within three months.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience
• Bachelor's and/or Master's in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or other related field
• Ability to obtain a local license through reciprocity within three months of hire date
• Extensive knowledge of environmental principles, regulations, and consulting practices
• Extensive knowledge of permitting requirements and environmental investigation methodologies
• Excellent project management and consulting skills
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities
• Strong financial management and budgeting skills
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to review and evaluate technical work produced by others
• Strong business development and client growth capabilities
• If driving for ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

Responsibilities

• Manage asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and indoor air quality projects
• Review field documentation and project deliverables
• Oversee remediation and abatement activities
• Lead client meetings and communicate findings and recommendations
• Direct subcontractors and technical field personnel
• Ensure regulatory compliance and technical quality across projects
• Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments independently
• Review Phase I ESA reports prepared by junior staff
• Oversee project scheduling, execution, reporting, and closeout
• Communicate findings and recommendations to clients and Principals
• Perform detailed technical reviews of reports and conclusions
• Lead and mentor junior staff and support professional development
• Manage environmental consulting projects from proposal through closeout
• Serve as primary client contact for assigned projects
• Maintain and expand client relationships and business opportunities
• Manage project budgets, profitability, invoicing, and collections
• Review and approve project change orders and budgeting adjustments
• Schedule, train, and oversee staff assigned to projects
• Coordinate project staffing and resource allocation
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously
• Review and approve proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates
• Prepare and review environmental reports, analyses, and recommendations
• Conduct senior-level reviews of deliverables
• Lead client meetings and project discussions
• Support staffing decisions with department leadership
• Provide guidance on technical, operational, and project management issues
• Perform additional leadership and technical duties as assigned

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Financial management

Client relationships

Business development

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field

Job description

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) seeks an Environmental Senior Project Manager to lead environmental consulting projects from proposal through closeout. You will provide technical leadership, client management, and staff development while ensuring safe, profitable delivery in line with ECS standards.

The role requires 5 years of related experience and advanced degrees in engineering or environmental sciences, with licensing potential within three months.