Environmental Project Manager to join our growing team in Richmond, Virginia. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a leadership role and enjoys working on complex projects with diverse technical and regulatory demands across Virginia and the surrounding region.
What You'll Do:As an Environmental Project Manager at GES, you'll take full ownership of a dynamic portfolio of projects, with a strong focus on environmental investigation, remediation, and regulatory compliance in Virginia. You'll lead technical teams, serve as a primary client contact, and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities:- Manage a diverse portfolio of environmental investigation and remediation projects (primarily in Virginia).
- Supervise and mentor technical staff; assign resources and oversee the preparation of reports, proposals, and project deliverables.
- Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and reliable project execution.
- Lead project planning, execution, and budgeting; track performance against financial goals.
- Review and author technical documents, including complex site characterizations and remedial action plans.
- Evaluate data for soil, vapor, stormwater, and groundwater to support remediation and compliance strategies.
- Apply knowledge of remedial actions under the direction of a Professional Engineer.
- Prepare and implement regulatory strategies in line with state and local environmental policies.
- Collaborate with internal teams and business development staff to support consistent, high-quality service and foster new opportunities.
- Conduct performance reviews, lead team meetings, and support staff development and workload management.
What You Bring:- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- 5-10+ years of relevant experience, including investigation, remediation, reporting, and client/project management.
- Strong working knowledge of Virginia environmental regulations and accompanying guidance documents.
- Proven experience authoring and reviewing complex technical documents and reports.
- Demonstrated success in managing clients, project budgets, and personnel.
- Skilled in strategic thinking, problem-solving, and maintaining long-term client relationships.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong attention to detail.
- Experience with business development and proposal writing is a strong plus.
Our comprehensive benefits program includes: Hybrid workforce, medical, dental, vision, prescription, 401k, FSA, STD, LTD, New Parent Leave, 529 CollegeBound Fund, Tuition Assistance, Bonus Plan, and more.
