Environmental Project Manager (Brownfield Redevelopment)

BlackStar • Full-time • Brighton, Michigan • 1w ago

Brownfield Redevelopment Project Manager

Location: Auburn Hills, MI (Hybrid)
Salary: $120,000–$130,000 + up to 15% bonus
Schedule: Full-Time | Mon–Fri | Hybrid (2–3 days onsite)

About the Company

A well-established environmental engineering and consulting firm (serving clients since 1985) is seeking an experienced Brownfield Redevelopment Project Manager to lead complex environmental redevelopment projects across the U.S.

Job Overview

The Brownfield Redevelopment Project Manager will manage the full lifecycle of environmental site assessments, remediation, and redevelopment projects. This role ensures regulatory compliance (EPA, CERCLA, state Brownfield programs), strong client relationships, and on-time, on-budget delivery while supporting sustainability and redevelopment incentives.

Key Responsibilities

Manage Phase I & Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and remediation projects
Lead full-cycle Brownfield redevelopment projects: assessment, remediation, design, and construction
Ensure compliance with EPA, CERCLA, and state/local environmental regulations
Advise clients and municipalities on Brownfield redevelopment incentives
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans
Lead multidisciplinary teams (engineers, scientists, planners, contractors)
Oversee client communication, billing, cost tracking, and collections
Support proposal development and business development initiatives
Mentor junior staff and maintain strong client relationships

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field
5+ years of project management experience
5–10 years of direct Brownfield redevelopment and environmental remediation experience
Strong expertise in Phase I & Phase II ESAs and remediation technologies
In-depth knowledge of EPA, CERCLA, and state Brownfield programs
Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and client expectations

Preferred (Nice to Have)

Experience with redevelopment incentives and municipal advising
Business development and proposal-writing experience
GIS proficiency (3–5 years preferred)
Experience with environmental data management and remediation tracking software

Work Model & Benefits

Hybrid schedule (2–3 days onsite)
401(k) with profit sharing
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance, fitness reimbursement
Limited relocation assistance and potential sign-on bonus