Senior Project Manager - Detroit
Environmental Project Manager
Location: Southeast Michigan
Experience: 5+ Years
A multidisciplinary engineering and environmental consulting firm is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to lead environmental investigation, remediation, and redevelopment projects throughout Michigan and the Midwest.
This position offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of environmental projects while working with public agencies, industrial clients, developers, and private-sector organizations. The ideal candidate will combine technical remediation expertise with strong project management and client-facing skills.
Responsibilities
Manage environmental projects from planning through regulatory closure
Lead site investigations involving soil, groundwater, sediment, and vapor impacts
Oversee remedial investigations, feasibility studies, remediation design, and corrective action programs
Develop conceptual site models and remediation strategies for complex environmental sites
Manage project budgets, schedules, staffing, and client deliverables
Coordinate field activities, subcontractors, laboratories, and technical teams
Review technical reports and ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations and industry standards
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, regulators, and project stakeholders
Mentor junior staff and provide technical direction to project teams
Support business development initiatives and maintain strong client relationships
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
5+ years of environmental consulting and project management experience
Experience managing site investigation, remediation, and environmental compliance projects
Strong background in soil, groundwater, surface water, and vapor intrusion investigations
Experience developing conceptual site models, feasibility studies, and remediation strategies
Knowledge of remedial design, remediation system implementation, and operations & maintenance
Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills
Current 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification
Ability to conduct field work and travel as required for project support
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Michigan remediation programs and regulatory closure processes
Familiarity with Brownfield redevelopment projects and redevelopment incentives
Experience with environmental due diligence and Baseline Environmental Assessments
Knowledge of PFAS investigation and remediation
Experience working with municipal, state, or federal agencies
OSHA Construction Safety training
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Flexible spending and health savings account options
Paid parental leave
Life and disability insurance
Wellness and reimbursement programs
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Diverse project portfolio spanning remediation, redevelopment, compliance, and environmental investigation
Opportunity to work with public, military, industrial, and private-sector clients
Strong technical team and collaborative work environment
Exposure to PFAS, Brownfield, and complex remediation projects
Clear path for advancement and professional growth within a respected consulting organization
This opportunity is ideal for an environmental professional looking to combine project management, remediation expertise, client leadership, and technical problem-solving while working on impactful environmental projects throughout the Midwest.
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