Managing Consultant, Demolition & Environmental Field Manager

Novi, MI 48375In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field OR equivalent experience (2 years’ experience = 1 year education)
  • 4+ years (8–15 years preferred) in environmental engineering and construction management consulting
  • Proven experience managing demolition and environmental construction sites, including work plans, field oversight, and reporting
  • OSHA 30-hour construction safety and OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training (or ability to obtain post-hire)
  • Strong cost estimation and project tracking skills; familiarity with cost estimating tools
  • Exceptional communication, organizational, and client service skills
  • Ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate field personnel effectively
  • Willingness to travel up to 75% during project oversight

Responsibilities

  • Oversee demolition, decontamination, and decommissioning (DDD) projects at major sites
  • Ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective execution of field operations
  • Serve as the link between field teams, subcontractors, and project managers
  • Influence client relationships and contribute to business development
  • Plan and execute field remediation and DDD projects, including design reviews and cost opinions
  • Supervise field staff and manage subcontractors to ensure adherence to schedules
  • Conduct health and safety audits and maintain site safety records

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP options
  • Life, disability, and AD&D insurance
Full Job Description

Lead the Future of Environmental Solutions – Drive Complex Projects with Impact

Join ERM, the world’s leading sustainability consultancy, and take charge of transformative environmental projects that shape industries and communities. As a Managing Consultant, Demolition & Environmental Field Manager, you’ll play a strategic role in delivering safe, efficient, and innovative solutions for some of North America’s most complex remediation and decommissioning challenges. This is your opportunity to lead in a global organization that values technical excellence, sustainability, and career growth.

Why This Role Matters

Environmental stewardship is no longer optional—it’s essential. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of dismantling outdated infrastructure and restoring sites for a cleaner, safer future. Your leadership ensures projects meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and sustainability, while driving operational excellence for our clients.

What Your Impact Is

  • Oversee demolition, decontamination, and decommissioning (DDD) projects at major oil & gas, industrial, and power plant sites.
  • Ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective execution of field operations.
  • Serve as the critical link between field teams, subcontractors, and project managers, guaranteeing quality and compliance.
  • Influence client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives that expand ERM’s impact.

What You’ll Bring

Required

  • BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field OR equivalent experience (2 years’ experience = 1 year education).
  • 4+ years (8–15 years preferred) in environmental engineering and construction management consulting.
  • Proven experience managing demolition and environmental construction sites, including work plans, field oversight, and reporting.
  • OSHA 30-hour construction safety and OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training (or ability to obtain post-hire).
  • Strong cost estimation and project tracking skills; familiarity with cost estimating tools.
  • Exceptional communication, organizational, and client service skills.
  • Ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate field personnel effectively.
  • Willingness to travel up to 75% during project oversight.
  • This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred

  • Advanced knowledge of remedial systems, land disposal facilities, and environmental construction best practices.
  • Experience serving as a Field Safety Officer and implementing site-specific Health & Safety Plans.
  • Background in proposal development and client-facing business development activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute field remediation and DDD projects, including design reviews, cost opinions, and pre-construction conferences.
  • Supervise field staff, manage subcontractors, and ensure adherence to schedules and safety protocols.
  • Review contractor submittals, RFIs, and change orders for compliance with project specifications.
  • Conduct health and safety audits, daily safety briefings, and maintain site safety records.
  • Coordinate resolution of inspection and contract administration issues.
  • Serve as liaison between field activities and in-house project managers, ensuring clarity and compliance.
  • Support client meetings and assist in proposal preparation and contracting.

Ready to lead projects that make a difference? Apply today and join ERM in shaping a sustainable future.

For the  Managing Consultant, Demolition & Environmental Field Manager position, the anticipated annual base pay is $93,225 –$118,333 (USD).  Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible). 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees. 

Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures. 

Who We Are: 
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. 

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level. 

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.  

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.  

Thank you for your interest in ERM! 

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