Environmental Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Environmental Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Environmental Project Manager to oversee various construction projects across Upstate, NY, and occasionally in the Northeast and Midwest regions. The role involves managing and directing activities associated with the design and construction of buildings, energy projects, and other infrastructure. This position requires extensive travel and expertise in environmental compliance and construction management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct activities related to the construction of buildings, energy projects, facilities, and other infrastructure.
• Study drawings and specifications to plan procurement and construction activities.
• Plan proper construction means and methods, and staff projects based on construction plans.
• Read drawings, conduct safety meetings, and perform takeoffs.
• Perform soil sampling and reporting.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies to ensure compliance with environmental laws.
• Manage multiple site investigation or remediation projects, including groundwater, soil, and vapor studies.
• Review Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) and prepare reports for regulatory agencies.
• Guide field staff, supervise work, and ensure adherence to safety protocols.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2-3 years of project management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• Willingness to travel extensively (85% of the time).
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety Certification.
• Experience in environmental, remediation, civil, or decontamination work.
• Reliable transportation for travel across Upstate, NY, and surrounding states.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency with ACC, Procore, or similar construction management platforms.
• Experience with in situ stabilization (ISS).
• OSHA 40-hour Hazwoper Certification (preferred).

Work Environment

This role primarily involves fieldwork and requires extensive travel. Eligible for per diem allowances.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Syracuse, NY.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Syracuse, NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

This is a hybrid position in Syracuse,NY.

About Actalent

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