Environmental Senior Project Consultant

ECS Ltd•Frederick, MD

About The Position

The Environmental Senior Project Consultant leads environmental consulting projects from proposal development through project closeout and collection. The role provides technical leadership, project oversight, client management, staff development, and financial accountability across multiple projects. The consultant serves as the primary client contact for assigned projects, mentors technical staff, and ensures safe, profitable delivery in accordance with company standards and ECS Core Values. The position oversees complex environmental investigations and remediation activities, supports client relationships and business development, and manages project staffing, budgets, profitability, invoicing, and collections. It also provides senior-level review of reports and deliverables before Principal review and works with department leadership on staffing decisions.

Requirements

At least 10 years of related environmental consulting experience, or an equivalent combination of advanced education and experience, such as a four-year degree plus six years of experience or an associate degree plus eight years of experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Obtain and/or maintain licensure or certifications applicable to the work performed or managed.
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.
A valid driver's license is required if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's and/or master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or another field relevant to Environmental Consulting.
The listed U.S. military ranks E-6 or E-7 qualify when the education and licensing requirements are also met.

Responsibilities

Direct project planning, staffing, and implementation activities.
Oversee complex environmental investigations and underground storage tank assessment projects.
Review field reports and technical documentation; prepare and review environmental reports, analyses, and recommendations.
Develop site work plans and investigation strategies.
Manage remediation design, installation, operation, and maintenance activities.
Lead client meetings and communicate project milestones, discussions, and significant findings.
Review technical reports and deliverables before Principal review.
Manage environmental consulting projects from proposal development through project closeout and collection.
Serve as the primary client contact for assigned projects and maintain and expand client relationships and business opportunities.
Manage project budgets, profitability, invoicing, and collections.
Review and approve project change orders, budgeting adjustments, proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates.
Schedule, train, and oversee technical staff; coordinate project staffing and resource allocation.
Support the development and professional growth of Staff PMs, Project Managers, junior staff, and technical staff.
Oversee multiple projects simultaneously and ensure successful execution.
Support staffing decisions in collaboration with department leadership.
Provide guidance on technical, operational, and project management issues.
Perform additional project leadership and technical duties as assigned.