Senior Environmental Project Manager (PG)

Universal Engineering Sciences • Iowa Township, IA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

UES is seeking a Sr. Environmental Project Manager to support our growing Irving, TX office. This is an opportunity for a seasoned consultant who enjoys balancing technical expertise, client partnership, and team leadership. You'll play a key role in guiding projects from investigation through remediation while helping shape the future growth of our environmental practice. As a Senior Environmental Project Manager, you'll lead environmental assessment, investigation, remediation, and compliance projects across a diverse range of property types and industries. You'll work directly with clients to develop solutions, navigate regulatory requirements, and deliver high-quality outcomes that support business goals and environmental stewardship. This role offers significant visibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to influence both project strategy and client relationships while supporting the continued expansion of UES's environmental services team. If you're a licensed environmental professional who thrives in a client-facing role and enjoys mentoring the next generation of consultants, we'd love to connect.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or Environmental Science; Master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in environmental site investigation, remediation, or regulatory compliance
• FG certification required; Professional Geologist (PG) license strongly preferred or required based on state
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and current refresher
• valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Expertise in environmental regulations, risk-based remediation strategies, and project lifecycle management.
• Advanced proficiency in field instrumentation, data interpretation, geologic modeling, and QA/QC processes
• Proven experience leading technical teams, mentoring junior staff, and managing client relationships
• Strong track record of writing, reviewing, and signing off on regulatory submittals, proposals, and reports.

Nice To Haves

• Strategic thinking, project scoping, and budgeting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental projects, including permitting, compliance, and remediation tasks
• Develop and maintain proposals, cost estimates, schedules, change orders, and budgets while identifying and resolving challenges to ensure successful project outcomes
• Perform and oversee technical work including data evaluation, reporting, and regulatory coordination
• Ensure project alignment with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., TRRP, PST, CERCLA, RCRA, ASTM standards)
• Serve as the primary contact for clients, serve as technical and strategic advisor to clients
• Deliver project findings and recommendations in a clear and professional manner, detailed and comprehensive technical report writing skills
• Train and supervise junior staff to ensure project and safety compliance
• Organize and maintain project documentation for operational efficiency

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior