Project Manager - Environmental Projects

Job Description

Job Description

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges . Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate ! Learn more at foth.com/careers. 

Foth is seeking a Project Manager to lead high-impact environmental projects for some of the world’s leading mining and natural resource companies . Based out of Green Bay, Minneapolis, Duluth, Milwaukee, or Madison , this role will manage multidisciplinary teams, oversee permitting and project delivery, and support client development efforts. This hybrid position requires up to 20% travel.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead environmental projects for private-sector clients in mining and natural resource development projects
• Manage project planning, execution, and delivery with focus on budget, schedule, quality, and contractual commitments 
• Lead federal, state, and local permitting efforts
• Build and guide high-performing project teams and monitor project performance while mentoring and coaching team members
• Negotiate scope change orders with clients and subcontractors
• Support client leaders with proposal development and cultivating long-term client relationships

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or applicable technical discipline
• 5 years of project management experience working with complex multidisciplinary environmental projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience working in the consulting engineering industry
• 5 years of experience managing mining related projects, which may include: mine planning, mine optimization, milling, tailings management, reclamation, preparation of scoping and trade-off studies, feasibility studies, permitting, and natural resource assessments
• Professional registration or certification in project management
• Previous experience developing project business opportunities
• Prior experience with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process and documentation
• Previous experience with mine permitting, mine operations, environmental assessments, water resources, or large site development projects

The base compensation range for this position is included in this job posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience, geographic location, scope and level of responsibility, and applicable licenses or certifications. In addition to base compensation, eligible members may participate in Foth’s Earned Performance Incentive program and may receive other discretionary bonuses, including On‑the‑Spot recognition awards. Exempt members may also be eligible for quarterly and/or annual incentive opportunities, where applicable.

Eligible full-time and part-time members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; an employee assistance program; disability coverage; retirement benefits; paid holidays; paid time off; and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

This position may be filled at a different level based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. If this occurs, the compensation range and eligibility for incentive opportunities may vary accordingly.

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free.  Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance.  Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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