Full-Time

Environmental Project Manager

Updated on 8/18/2026

Apex Companies

Apex Companies

1,001-5,000 employees

National environmental consulting and engineering firm

Compensation Overview

$85k - $95k/yr

+ Annual bonus + Other incentives

Bloomington, MN, USA

In Person

Travel across Minnesota and the Midwest is part of the role.

Bachelor's

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Office

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Requirements
  • A BA or BS in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or a related field is required.
  • Seven or more years of experience managing soil and groundwater investigation and remediation projects under Minnesota Pollution Control Agency or similar Midwest-state programs is required.
  • Experience managing environmental site assessment and pollution-control-agency portfolios is required.
  • Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite is required.
  • Ability to manage a dynamic, multistate workflow is required.
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail are required.
  • A good safety record and understanding of safe work practices are required.
  • A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
Responsibilities
  • Lead a portfolio of environmental projects across Minnesota and the Midwest, including environmental due diligence, site investigations and delineation, remediation, and underground storage tank removals.
  • Guide sites through Minnesota Pollution Control Agency programs, including the Voluntary Investigation & Cleanup Program, Petroleum Brownfields Program, and Leaking Underground Storage Tank Program, as well as comparable programs in surrounding Midwest states.
  • Prepare and review technical reports, proposals, and regulatory submittals in accordance with Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Minnesota Department of Health, Department of Natural Resources, and other state-specific requirements.
  • Manage field programs involving soil, groundwater, sediment, and vapor intrusion investigations and remediation activities.
  • Maintain project deadlines, budgets, scopes, and overall profit and loss.
  • Hire and manage subcontractors across Minnesota and Midwest states.
  • Mentor and train scientific staff.
  • Ensure safe work performance in compliance with Minnesota Occupational Safety and Health Administration and other state requirements.
  • Build and sustain client relationships across Minnesota and the broader Midwest region.
  • Use professional networks to identify business opportunities across the region.
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional Engineer, Professional Geologist, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager, or other relevant accreditation.
  • Stormwater compliance experience.
  • 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response certification.

Apex Companies provides environmental consulting and engineering services to public agencies and private clients across all 50 states. Its offerings include water resources management, environmental remediation, health and safety, compliance assurance, ESG advisory, and infrastructure engineering, delivering work from site assessments to managing complex projects. A key differentiator is the breadth of services across environmental, health and safety, and ESG, plus its ARTEMIS data-management platform that organizes environmental information for risk mitigation and lending. The company aims to help clients manage environmental risk, achieve regulatory compliance, and efficiently complete projects while expanding its national footprint.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Rockville, Maryland

Founded

1988

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Apex earned Zweig’s 2026 Hot Firm No. 28 ranking, signaling strong growth momentum.
  • Tully and CWE expanded Apex’s stormwater, civil engineering, and California footprint in 2026.
  • March 2026 and February 2026 acquisitions broadened Apex’s municipal and private-market project pipeline.

What critics are saying

  • Private equity ownership pressures Apex to chase integrations and leverage before 2027.
  • Apex’s acquisition spree risks cultural friction and margin dilution across California, Florida, and Intermountain West.
  • A single failed integration or buyer slowdown could break Apex’s roll-up story and stall growth.

What makes Apex Companies unique

  • Apex combines water, environmental, and infrastructure services under one national platform.
  • Morgan Stanley Capital Partners backs Apex, enabling acquisitions like Tully and CWE in 2026.
  • Apex’s ARTEMIS data tools and stormwater lifecycle expertise deepen client lock-in.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Relocation Assistance

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

17%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

17%
Apex Companies
Mar 18th, 2026
Apex Companies Acquires CWE

Apex Companies announced the acquisition of CWE, an award-winning civil infrastructure, water resources, and environmental engineering services firm with multiple offices in California.

Associated Press
Feb 17th, 2026
Apex Companies Acquires Tully, Inc.

Adds to Core Stormwater Strength and Enhances Ability to Deliver the Full Stormwater Lifecycle in Northern California

EIN News
Jan 5th, 2026
Raincatcher Advises AquaWorks DBO on Its Acquisition by Apex Companies

Raincatcher, a national mergers and acquisitions advisory firm serving small to mid-size businesses, served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to AquaWorks DBO,

EIN News
Nov 3rd, 2025
Apex Companies Acquires Forsgren Associates, Inc.

Bolsters Engineering Depth and Extends Operational Presence in Intermountain West

EIN News
Nov 26th, 2024
Apex Acquires Weiler Engineering in Florida

Apex Companies, LLC has acquired Weiler Engineering Corporation, a Florida-based engineering firm. This acquisition enhances Apex's engineering capabilities and strengthens its presence in Florida. Weiler Engineering, with over 45 professionals, brings expertise in civil, structural, and utilities engineering. This move follows Apex's recent acquisitions of Johnson Engineering and Water Science Associates, further expanding its services in the municipal and private markets.