Senior Project Manager- Upstream

GHD; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in the United States is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead day‑to‑day planning and execution for assigned environmental projects. You will manage scope, schedule and cost using PMO tools and coordinate cross‑functional teams to deliver compliant, verifiable outputs.

Travel to client sites is anticipated; you will prepare deliverables for review and ensure timely reporting. A strong background in environmental remediation and regulatory programs is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in environments with strong compliance and documentation.
• Structured approach to manage scope, schedule, cost and risk.
• Strong coordination across field/office resources and stakeholders.
• Clear written and verbal reporting; able to produce recurring deliverables.
• Experience in upstream environmental programs/regulatory environments preferred.
• Familiarity with delivery frameworks embedding verification and audit trails.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and plan projects with scope confirmation, WBS, schedule and risk planning.
• Track progress, issues, changes and dependencies; maintain project records.
• Coordinate communications and reporting cadence; ensure deadlines for regulatory and client reporting.
• Manage vendors and subcontractors under defined procedures; ensure work plans meet verification paths.
• Support data collection and standard reporting workflows; contribute to dashboards and packs.
• Prepare deliverables for check/review and director approval before external use.
• Escalate risks early to support no-surprises delivery.
• Close out projects with documentation, lessons learned and handoff.

Skills

PM experience

Scope/schedule/cost/risk

Cross-functional coordination

Reporting deliverables

Regulatory familiarity

Delivery frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering / Geology / Environmental Science

PE or PG certification

Tools

Analytics dashboards

Data management

Job description

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that. Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager

The Project Manager leads day-to-day planning and execution for assigned projects, using standardized PMO tools and repeatable workflows. The role coordinates teams, manages scope/schedule/cost controls, and prepares compliant deliverables for verification and approval.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate and plan projects using disciplined project management practices (scope confirmation, WBS, schedule, risk planning, onboarding).
• Manage execution and controls: track progress, issues, changes, and dependencies; maintain project records in the project workspace for traceability.
• Coordinate communications and reporting cadence; maintain deadline control for regulatory and client reporting obligations.
• Manage vendors and subcontractors under defined procedures; ensure work plans and outputs follow required verification pathways.
• Support digital field data collection and standardized reporting workflows; contribute to dashboards and evidence packs used for program and project visibility.
• Prepare deliverables and ensure they are ready for check/review and director approval prior to external use.
• Escalate risks and deviations early using leading indicators and agreed thresholds to support ‘no surprises’ delivery.
• Close out projects with complete documentation, lessons learned, and handoff as required.

Key Qualifications

• Demonstrated project management experience in delivery environments requiring strong compliance and documentation.
• Ability to manage scope, schedule, cost, and risk with a structured approach.
• Strong coordination skills across field/office resources and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; capable of producing and managing recurring reporting deliverables.
• Background in Upstream field support programs (basin/state regulatory environments) and/or mining closure and waste management programs.
• Familiarity with structured delivery frameworks that embed assurance (verification, documentation, audit trails) into workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related field.
• PE or PG will be highly regarded.
• 8+ years of experience in environmental consulting including environmental remediation and site assessments, report writing, data management & interpretation, project coordination, and managing clients.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification a plus.
• Ability and willingness to travel client meetings is required.
• Experience with repeatable, high-volume programs where standardization and automation are used to improve efficiency.
• Familiarity with analytics dashboards and data management practices that support compliance tracking and decision-making.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Salary Range: $84,000- $140,000 based on experience and location.