Senior Project Manager, RemediationOur client is a growing environmental consulting and contracting firm with a clear sense of purpose: helping businesses and organizations navigate the complexities of environmental compliance, manage risk, and unlock the value in their land and facilities. They sit at the intersection of business and the environment, and they are scaling intentionally through organic growth and strategic acquisition. Their culture is built around service, commitment, teamwork, and safety, and they invest in the people who carry those values forward every day.This is a pivotal moment for the Remediation practice, and they are looking for the right person to own it.
As Senior Project Manager, you will be the primary technical and project lead on complex remediation engagements, including large Phase IIs, brownfield redevelopment, and LSRP/risk-based closure programs. You will also play a meaningful role in building the operational foundation for a growing practice line.This is a player-coach role. You will be hands-on technically, client-facing, and genuinely invested in the development of junior staff.
You will work closely with founding technical leadership through a deliberate knowledge transition, with a clear path to grow into expanded leadership responsibility as the practice scales.If you are a strong technical PM who is ready to step into a higher-impact, higher-visibility role at a firm that is actively building something special, this deserves a serious look.Project LeadershipOwn delivery on large, complex remediation projects from scoping through closure, on time, on budget, and at the quality clients expectServe as primary technical authority on remediation strategy, site characterization, and risk-based decision makingManage project scopes, schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and field crewsMaintain proactive communication with clients, regulators, and project stakeholdersProduce and provide QC on technical deliverables including work plans, reports, and regulatory submissionsClient DevelopmentCultivate and grow client relationships within the practice lineParticipate in business development, proposal writing, client meetings, and industry networkingIdentify and communicate cross-selling opportunities across other service linesTeam DevelopmentMentor and develop junior project staff, including PMs, staff scientists, and field techniciansBuild standardized workflows, templates, and SOPs for the Remediation practiceCollaborate closely with technical leadership on complex project strategy and regulatory approachRequired10+ years of progressively complex experience in environmental consulting with a focus on remediationDemonstrated ability to independently manage complex remediation projects, including brownfield redevelopment, large Phase II investigations, and LSRP or equivalent risk-based closure programsStrong understanding of federal and state regulatory frameworks, including IEPA, MODNR, and/or other Midwest regulatory agenciesExisting relationships with federal, state, and local regulators in Missouri and/or IllinoisExperience managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, WIP, and financialsA track record of client retention and relationship developmentBS in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or related fieldPreferredExperience with Illinois or Missouri voluntary cleanup/brownfield program structuresBrownfield grant program experience (USEPA, HUD, or state programs)Experience supporting or leading business development effortsPrior experience mentoring or managing technical staffWhy This RoleStep into a foundational leadership role at a growing, acquisition-oriented firm, not just another PM seat in a large organizationReal autonomy to manage your projects and client relationships the right wayA clear, defined path to Director-level responsibility as the Remediation practice scalesA culture that genuinely invests in its people and means itA collaborative team that does great work and actually enjoys working togetherCompensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications ($110k to $130k DOE plus project based bonus structure). Our client offers a competitive base salary, performance-based bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.