WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER
LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.
WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT
At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:
- Employee-owned. Client-focused
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Consistently ranked as aTop Workplace
- Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
- We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
- Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
- We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
- We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact
POSITION OVERVIEW:As an Project Manager at LJA Environmental, An environmental project professional conducts site investigations and collects, analyzes, and interprets biological, chemical, geological, and geographic data to develop environmental reports and work plans. They collaborate with scientists, engineers, regulators, contractors, and field teams to design projects, maintain regulatory compliance, supervise fieldwork, and ensure quality standards are met. Additionally, they manage budgets, prepare financial and internal reports, oversee contractor negotiations, and coordinate with regulatory authorities to ensure projects are completed efficiently and in accordance with environmental guidelines.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:
- Carrying out site investigations, collecting, processing, and evaluating the off-site and on-site data, processing, and interpreting biological, physical, chemical, geographical, and geological data for preparing environmental reports and work plans accordingly
- Coordinating with external scientists, engineers, and other regulators for planning the project, providing technical assistance to environmental engineers and program managers for project designing, and maintaining the project standards as per the guidelines by regulatory authorities
- Preparing internal reports for staff members of the organization and analyzing the environmental progress report in accordance with other organizational operations
- Coordinating with suppliers, fieldwork coordinators, subcontractors, and other field staff, supervising the fieldwork for accomplishing the project work for the organization
- Managing other procedures of environmental project handling, preparing budget and financial reports as per the organizational guidelines, and keeping track of finance and budget while preparing tenders for contractors
- Managing the contract discussions with third-party contractors, local planning authorities, and other project-specific personnel for carrying out the project responsibilities efficiently
- Coordinating with environmental regulatory authorities for obtaining the upgraded environmental compliance guidelines and work accordingly for accomplishing the project responsibilities
REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Bachelor of Science, Master’s preferred, in one of the following or related fields: Marine Biology, Rangeland Ecology, Ecology, Soil Science, Geography
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to build strong relationships
- 7+ years of experience
Physical Requirements:
- Applicant would be able to sit for extended periods of time working on computer.
- Outdoor Field work for extended periods in a variety of weather conditions and site conditions
- Driving to and from various outside meetings
LEVEL UP WITH LJA
At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners(and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it.Your future grows here.
- Generous Time Off:PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
- Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
- Family Support:Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
- Education Support:Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
- Referral Bonuses:Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
- Community Impact:Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
- Professional Development:Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
- Career Growth:Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
- Fun Culture:LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.
