Senior Environmental Project Manager

ECS Ltd•Marietta, GA

About The Position

The Environmental Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful execution of 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 position serves as the primary client contact on assigned projects, mentors technical staff, and ensures projects are delivered safely, profitably, and in accordance with company standards while demonstrating ECS Core Values. The role directs project planning, staffing, and implementation; oversees complex environmental investigations; develops site work plans and investigation strategies; and manages remediation design, installation, operation, and maintenance activities. It also oversees underground storage tank assessment projects and reviews field reports, technical documentation, reports, analyses, and recommendations. The Senior Project Manager conducts senior-level reviews of deliverables before Principal review and leads client meetings to communicate milestones and significant findings.

Requirements

At least 5 years of related experience.
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.
Ability to obtain a local license through reciprocity within three months of hire date.
Additional licensure or certifications may be required depending on the work performed.
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 any ECS subsidiary.
US Military rank E-7 qualifies if the education and licensing requirements are also met.

Responsibilities

Leads and mentors junior staff and supports professional development across the team.
Manages environmental consulting projects from proposal through project closeout.
Serves as the primary client contact for assigned projects.
Maintains and expands client relationships and business opportunities.
Manages project budgets, profitability, invoicing, and collections.
Reviews and approves project change orders and budgeting adjustments.
Schedules, trains, and oversees technical staff assigned to projects.
Coordinates project staffing and resource allocation.
Oversees multiple projects simultaneously and ensures successful project execution.
Reviews and approves proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates.
Prepares and reviews environmental reports, analyses, and recommendations.
Conducts senior-level reviews of project deliverables before Principal review.
Leads client meetings and project discussions, communicating milestones and significant findings.
Supports staffing decisions in collaboration with department leadership.
Provides guidance on technical, operational, and project management issues.
Performs additional project leadership and technical duties as assigned.
Directs project planning, staffing, and implementation activities.
Oversees complex environmental investigations.
Reviews field reports and technical documentation.
Develops site work plans and investigation strategies.
Manages remediation design, installation, operation, and maintenance activities.
Oversees underground storage tank assessment projects.