Environmental Assistant Staff Project Manager

ECS Ltd•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Environmental Assistant Staff Project Manager supports environmental consulting projects through fieldwork, data collection, analysis, and project coordination. The role provides foundational experience in due diligence, assessment, remediation, and compliance. Working under supervision, the Environmental Assistant Staff Project Manager I develops technical competency, understanding of projects, and early project management skills while demonstrating ECS Core Values.

Requirements

Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or another degree relevant to environmental consulting.
0 years of related experience.
A valid driver’s license is required if driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary.
Basic knowledge of environmental principles and applications.
Basic knowledge of environmental permitting processes, regulations, and test methods.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Willingness to learn, take direction, and develop professionally.
Basic decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in outdoor environments and varying site conditions.
Ability to lift and carry field equipment weighing approximately 40 lbs.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow local and state laws, road and driving regulations, and Company policies.
The listed US Military rank E-5 qualifies if the education requirements are also met.

Responsibilities

Assists with groundwater, soil, and other media sampling investigations.
Supports boring layouts and evaluates site access with oversight.
Assists with remediation system installation, operation, and maintenance.
Supports underground storage tank (UST) assessments.
Documents site conditions and communicates findings to supervisors.
Interacts and collaborates with staff members on a variety of environmental projects.
Attends project meetings with senior staff and participates in project discussions.
Interfaces with contractors, clients, and site personnel during field activities.
Communicates daily with project teams and keeps supervisors informed of site conditions and project needs.
Implements field tasks and project activities as directed by senior staff.
Assists with scheduling, training, and oversight of environmental technicians.
Supports project setup and implementation under supervision.
Collects, documents, and reports field observations accurately.
Assists with environmental sampling, data collection, and analysis.
Supports preparation of reports, calculations, and project documentation.
Participates in project coordination, including tracking tasks and deliverables.
Assists with proposal preparation and project planning activities.
Performs additional technical and project support duties as assigned.