Engineering Consulting Services

Engineering consulting, geotechnical, environmental, testing services

Environmental Project Manager

Environmental EngineeringUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeRoanoke, VA, USA$60k - $75k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Must have 4–5 years of related environmental experience.
Must have a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or another degree relevant to environmental consulting.
Good knowledge of environmental principles and applications.
Good knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and test methods.
Strong project management and consulting skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to build and maintain client relationships.
Strong decision-making and organizational capabilities.
Proficiency in environmental sampling methods and project execution.
Ability to mentor and develop technical staff.
Ability to lift and carry field equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds.
Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow local and state laws, road and driving regulations, and company policies.
A valid driver’s license is required when driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.
E-6 is a qualifying U.S. military rank only when the candidate also meets the specified education and licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

Manage environmental projects from initiation through completion.
Coordinate project scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements.
Mentor junior staff and support team development.
Attend project meetings and provide solutions to technical and administrative issues.
Maintain regular communication with clients and develop client relationships.
Build and maintain a client database through project and business development activities.
Manage project budgets and monitor project financial performance.
Prepare change orders and invoices, and support collection activities.
Schedule, train, and oversee technical staff assigned to projects.
Prioritize project activities to meet deliverable and budget requirements.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Prepare proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and change orders.
Prepare environmental reports, technical analyses, and project recommendations.
Review deliverables prepared by junior staff before senior review.
Lead project discussions with clients and stakeholders.
Coordinate field and office resources to support project execution.
Perform additional project management and technical duties as assigned.
Direct project setup and field implementation activities.
Assign qualified staff to project activities.
Oversee groundwater, soil, and other media investigations.
Review field reports and project documentation.
Conduct routine site visits to assess project quality and progress.
Direct drill crews, subcontractors, and technical field personnel.
Develop site work plans, sampling plans, and field logistics.
Prepare reports and technical recommendations for senior review.
Manage underground storage tank assessments.
Support remediation system installation, operation, and maintenance.
Communicate project impacts related to scope, budget, schedule, and site conditions to project leadership and clients.

Desired Qualifications

A Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) license is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Environmental Project Manager manages environmental consulting projects of low to moderate complexity through all phases of execution, including planning, staffing, technical delivery, client communication, and financial management. This role is responsible for coordinating project resources, developing staff, supporting business development efforts, and ensuring projects meet quality, schedule, budget, and safety expectations. The Environmental Project Manager demonstrates growing leadership, technical competency, and client management skills while demonstrating ECS Core Values.

Responsibilities

Manages environmental projects from initiation through completion
Coordinates project scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements
Mentors junior staff and supports team development
Attends project meetings and provides solutions to technical and administrative issues
Maintains regular communication with clients and develops client relationships
Builds and maintains a client database through project and business development activities
Manages project budgets and monitors project financial performance
Prepares change orders, invoices, and supports collection activities
Schedules, trains, and oversees technical staff assigned to projects
Prioritizes project activities to meet deliverable and budget requirements
Manages multiple projects simultaneously
Prepares proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and change orders
Prepares environmental reports, technical analyses, and project recommendations
Reviews deliverables prepared by junior staff prior to senior review
Leads project discussions with clients and stakeholders
Coordinates field and office resources to support project execution
Performs additional project management and technical duties as assigned
Directs project setup and field implementation activities
Assigns qualified staff to project activities
Oversees groundwater, soil, and media investigations
Reviews field reports and project documentation
Conducts routine site visits to assess project quality and progress
Directs drill crews, subcontractors, and technical field personnel
Develops site work plans, sampling plans, and field logistics
Prepares reports and technical recommendations for senior review
Manages underground storage tank assessments
Supports remediation system installation, operation, and maintenance
Communicates project impacts related to scope, budget, schedule, and site conditions to project leadership and clients

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Must have 4-5 years of related environmental experience
Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting
A professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) is preferred
- Additional licensure or certifications may be required depending on the type of work performed
Good knowledge of environmental principles and applications
Good knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and test methods
Strong project management and consulting skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to build and maintain client relationships
Strong decision-making and organizational capabilities
Proficiency in environmental sampling methods and project execution
Ability to mentor and develop technical staff
Ability to lift and carry field equipment (~40 lbs)
Must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow all local and state laws, road/driving regulations, and Company policies
If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

Military Qualifications

The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":

The expected pay range for this role and location is $60k - $75k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.

About the Company

Engineering Consulting Services

Engineering consulting, geotechnical, environmental, testing services

ECS provides engineering consulting in geotechnical, environmental, construction materials testing/inspection, and facilities engineering. It operates nationwide through subsidiaries under ECS Group of Companies, with 3,000+ employees and 100+ offices. It differentiates itself as an employee-owned firm with a large regional footprint and a focus on delivering on time, under budget, and with value. Its goal is to deliver high-quality services and earn recognition for practical results and strong client relationships, evidenced by repeat business and referrals.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Chantilly, VA
Founded: 1988

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