Project Manager - Environmental Remediation

ETIC • Full-time • Remote (Pleasant Hill, California) • 2w ago

ETIC is seeking a motivated and experienced Environmental Remediation Project Manager with 5–15 years of relevant experience to support and lead environmental investigation, remediation, compliance, and construction-related projects. This position requires a technically strong and client-focused professional capable of managing complex environmental projects from initial assessment through remediation implementation and closure.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing multidisciplinary environmental projects involving site assessment, remediation system operation and optimization, environmental compliance, stormwater management, construction oversight, and regulatory coordination. This role requires strong technical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills, along with the ability to manage multiple projects, teams, schedules, and client relationships simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all environmental aspects associated with site assessment, environmental audits, field construction projects, dewatering, and environmental/stormwater compliance.
Direct/lead a diverse group of engineers, environmental scientists, and project technical specialists with varying levels of experience.
Perform tasks related to stormwater compliance, environmental investigation, and remediation projects, including field work, sampling, site visits, remediation system evaluation, troubleshooting, and interpretation of technical data

Conduct site visits to assess field conditions, support project implementation, and provide technical oversight during investigation, construction, and remediation activities.
Evaluate remediation system performance, identify operational issues, and troubleshoot system components to improve effectiveness, reliability, and overall system operation
Provide hands-on support for remediation system operation, maintenance, inspection, and optimization

Collaborate with clients to support remediation requirements from preliminary assessment through remediation construction, including field implementation and system performance evaluation

Direct and implement soil, groundwater, sediment, air, and soil vapor sample collection, and provide oversight of investigation and remediation subcontractors, including analytical laboratories and drilling companies.
Prepare technical reports; remediation analysis and design; and bid documents
Manage consultant and contractor firms in terms of technical, budgetary, regulatory, and scheduling requirements
Maintain communication with multiple clients and regulatory personnel.

Maintain effective working relationships with clients, regulators, and project stakeholders.
Create and maintain records of purchase orders, field work orders, and client communications.
Provide technical support for client communications, project planning, and related business support efforts as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related technical field.
5–15 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental consulting, remediation, environmental compliance, or related fields.
Demonstrated experience managing environmental investigation and remediation projects.
Strong understanding of environmental regulations, remediation technologies, stormwater compliance requirements, and field investigation methods.
Experience with remediation system operation, troubleshooting, and optimization preferred.
Knowledge of soil, groundwater, vapor intrusion, sediment, and air investigation and remediation practices.
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client communications.
Strong technical writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in both office and field environments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard environmental data management and reporting tools.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), or other relevant professional certification.
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification and current refreshers.
Experience with environmental construction oversight and dewatering systems.
Experience working with state and federal regulatory agencies.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This position involves a combination of office and field work. Field activities may include work at industrial facilities, active construction sites, remediation sites, and outdoor locations under varying weather conditions. Candidates must be able to perform site visits, walk uneven terrain, lift field equipment, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.

Why ETIC
At ETIC, we provide innovative environmental and infrastructure solutions that help clients manage risk, maintain compliance, and improve project outcomes. Our collaborative culture, technical expertise, and commitment to quality provide employees with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful project experience across a diverse range of industries and services.
The job duties and obligations described herein are not intended to be all-inclusive and may be modified from time to time as determined by ETIC.

Work Location
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement and may be based from a home office or one of ETIC's California offices. Candidates must be located within daily commuting distance of project sites throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

Salary Range: $115,000 to $150,000+ annually DOE
(final offer based on experience, skills, and internal equity)

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