Environmental Project Manager
About the job
- A bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related degree is required.
- At least seven years of related experience, including hands-on field and office-based activities in environmental consulting, is required.
- Candidates must be well versed in water quality, environmental regulations, and environmental assessment and remediation.
- Demonstrated experience in project development is required.
- A valid driver's license and a driving record in good standing are required.
- Develop scopes of work and budgets, and manage and execute Phase I and II environmental site assessments, groundwater monitoring programs, soil and groundwater remedial actions, environmental compliance auditing and permitting, and related environmental services.
- Communicate with clients, third-party and regulatory agents regarding project status, schedules, and compliance issues.
- Ensure adherence to client and corporate contract specifications, including health, safety, security, and environmental requirements.
- Make independent decisions on engineering or scientific problems and methods, represent the company in conferences to resolve important questions, and plan and coordinate work.
- Manage projects as the lead technical person and client contact; schedule personnel; project manpower requirements and billing; and manage invoicing and accounts receivable.
- Mentor and develop staff.
- Assist the Project Director by organizing and contributing to business development activities.
- Manage complex brownfield assessment, cleanup, and redevelopment projects, with a particular focus on South Carolina's Voluntary Cleanup Contract Program.
- Support planning and business development initiatives with senior managers, and prepare and review technical reports.
- Undertake assignments that may include Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments; Voluntary Cleanup Contract and non-responsible party Voluntary Cleanup Contract applications and contract support; baseline investigations; risk-based corrective measures; media management; vapor intrusion evaluation and mitigation; construction-phase environmental oversight; and coordination with the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services through completion and long-term stewardship.
- Experience in solid or hazardous waste management, industrial projects, groundwater assessments, and landfill compliance monitoring and reporting is a plus.
- Professional certification (PE, PG, or CIH) is preferred.
- Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training is a plus.
About the company
SCS Engineers provides environmental solutions to private and public sector clients by combining long-term experience with compliance and technology. The company covers water, air, soil, and solid/ hazardous waste issues and offers a full project lifecycle through Consulting, Engineering, Construction, O&M, Monitoring, and Compliance services. Their approach is to assess environmental needs, design and implement projects, and monitor and maintain compliance using technical expertise and industry standards. SCS distinguishes itself through a proven track record as a top performer across multiple environmental categories and a long-standing top-tier ranking by Engineering News-Record for solid and hazardous waste engineering, indicating depth of expertise, scale, and reliability. The goal is to help clients meet environmental requirements, reduce risk, and achieve compliant, effective environmental outcomes through integrated, end-to-end solutions.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
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Headquarters
Long Beach, California
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What believers are saying
- August 2026 settlement removed trademark uncertainty and clarifies brand separation.
- EPA's 2026 PFAS guidance drives consulting demand across landfills, wastewater, and due diligence.
- SCS keeps winning visibility through 2026 conferences, webinars, and public-land preservation projects.
What critics are saying
- August 2026 trademark litigation with SCS Global Services cost management time and legal spend.
- PFAS rulemaking and 2026 EPA guidance force clients into expensive compliance work, delaying projects.
- Heavy dependence on landfill and waste clients exposes SCS to fee pressure if recycling volumes weaken.
What makes SCS Engineers unique
- Employee-owned SCS Engineers spans solid waste, landfill gas, remediation, and compliance.
- June 2026 leadership changes kept Southwest solid waste, engineering, and permitting expertise in-house.
- SCS publishes technical guidance on PFAS, stormwater, and RNG, signaling deep regulatory specialization.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Hybrid Work Options
- Annual Bonus Program
- Student Debt Employer Contribution Program