Environmental Project Manager

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking an Environmental Project Manager with 8 to 15 plus years of experience to support our growing environmental site investigation, remediation, and compliance practice in our Chicago / Oak Brook, Illinois offices . The ideal candidate for this position is a seasoned environmental consulting professional with the motivation and desire to foster technical excellence and strong client relationships. As an Environmental Project Manager, you will work with a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level. You will successfully execute all aspects of projects under the guidance of a company Principal. You will also represent GZA with the client throughout proposal, contract, and project performance phases, be responsible for day-to-day execution of technical and financial aspects of each project, be involved with marketing activities and networking events, and mentor and train junior staff. Our Project Managers have ownership opportunities with the firm, participate in profit sharing, and have the potential for advancement to principal levels. What You Will be Doing: * Managing project team, delegating to office and field staff, and executing daily project activities * Managing project contractual and financial issues (including terms of agreement, changes in scope, billing process)

• Mentoring GZA existing staff of project-level scientists and engineers
• Monitoring team performance for compliance with contractual agreements and

budgets

• Conducting site compliance inspections
• Preparing proposals and reviewing/writing environmental reports with

Principal guidance and review

• Conducting/reviewing technical analyses/calculations
• Participating in meetings and agency consultation
• Conducting internal and client communications
• Providing business development support
• GZA emphasizes a One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you

may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities What You Will Be Bringing: * Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Geological/Hydrogeology or Environmental Sciences (advanced degree is a plus) * Strong knowledge of contaminants fate and transport and experience in conceptual site model development * Experience at consulting engineering firms and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations in Michigan (experience in adjacent states is a plus)

• Self-starter, able to complete tasks with minimal supervision and direction
• Possess the ability to maintain strong and consistent outreach to clients
• Demonstrate professional judgment, consistency, strong attention to detail,

and background of high-quality work products * Demonstrate performance of independent analysis, problem solving and strong organizational skills

• Strong understanding of field sampling and investigative protocols
• Experience conducting Phase Is, Phase IIs, feasibility study/corrective

action evaluation and remediation oversight

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience with statistical review of data
• Experience preparing reports that demonstrate technical knowledge
• Strong interest in safety
• Possess or have completed 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and subsequent

refresher training * PE/PG or other professional registration strongly preferred What You Will Be Getting:

• Friendly and flexible work environment
• Professional development and enrichment
• Leadership and technical training
• Professional society involvement and sponsorship
• Commitment to technical excellence and client relationships
• Collaborative and cooperative work community
• Advancement and ownership opportunities
• Generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401K

retirement plan The base salary for this position may range between $100,000.00 to $120,000.00. The actual base salary and total compensation will depend on many factors, including location, candidate experience, education, professional licensure, and other qualifications. Note to Recruitment Agencies: GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.