Senior Project Manager – Environmental Assessment & Remediation

Energy Vault; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Environmental Assessment & Remediation in Los Angeles. This role involves leading project management, technical execution, and client development while providing essential guidance to junior staff in environmental consulting. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in environmental assessments and a strong background in California regulations.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 15+ years in environmental consulting.
• 10+ years project management experience.
• Professional licensure (PE or PG) or ability to obtain within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Oversee environmental site assessments and feasibility studies.
• Manage multiple projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Supervise and mentor project teams.

Skills

Technical writing

Client management

Project management

Risk management

Data analysis

Education

BS in Environmental Engineering

MS in related field (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Environmental Career to the Next Level

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Environmental team is looking for you! From environmental planning, permitting, remediation, and site characterization to chemical data management and hydrogeology, Kleinfelder offersa variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions.

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder is seeking a Senior Project Manager- Environmental Assessment & Remediationto provide environmental assessment and investigation contract and project management support for the Los Angeles Area environmental team. This candidate will lead project management, technical execution, team engagement, and strategic client and business development for multi-disciplinary industrial and construction environmental clients.

This person will be based out of our Los Angeles office and will assume a primary role on exciting large local transportation and municipal agency contracts to contribute to a real positive impact on our community. The candidate must have an extensive site characterization assessment and remediation background.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical

• Oversee environmental site assessments, soil, soil gas, and groundwater assessments, feasibility studies, remedial action plans, remediation system design/operation, construction, multi-media compliance efforts, and other supporting technical studies
• Perform advanced technical writing and detailed review of data/reports
• Experience/working-knowledge with Department of Toxic Substances Control and Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board
• Perform data analyses in support of scientific investigations and engineered solutions

Project Management

• Oversee large programs and multiple projects simultaneously within scope, schedule, and budget
• High level of competency in environmental consulting- including financial management, client management, and risk management
• Manage a full project team
• Front-line client interaction/communications
• Accountable for Quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) on project deliverables

Mentorship

• Staff supervision and team leadership
• Career and technical mentoring and training for junior staff
• Assisting in loss prevention and risk management

As a Senior Project Manager and role model, this leadership position requires an excellent attitude and an ability to communicate and effectively manage a very talented bench of internal and external team members/staff. Additionally, this individual will be expected to take a leadership role in business development.

EXPERIENCE & ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

• 15+ years of experience in environmental consulting, in-depth knowledge of California regulations, and the ability to provide high-end technical advisory support.

• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience with multi-disciplinary environmental compliance projects and proven responsibility with scope / schedule / budget.

• BS (MS preferred) from an accredited college/university with a major in environmental engineering, geology, or related field is required.
• Professional licensure (PE or PG) or the ability to obtain within 3 months required.

• Advanced computer skills with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, and Power Point.

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Excellent technical writing and editing skills
• Well-developed oral, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer service emphasis and solution-oriented delivery
• Leadership and strong ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Ability to work under pressure and meet timelines
• Conscientious and high attention to detail
• Good judgment and sound decision-making skills
• Experience in providing leadership to diverse project teams on high-pressure, high-visibility projects

POSITION CONDITIONS

• This position is performed in an office and field environment.
• Candidate must pass a medical surveillance that includes drug screening.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
• Up to20% of time may be dedicated to field activities in varying environmental conditions including inclement weather.
• Some night and weekend work may be required for this position.
• May periodically require travel and stays outside of the greater Los Angeles area.
• Personal vehicle use for travel to / from project site is expected.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that throughdiversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits:Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $125,024-$208,303.

Career Development:We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.