Environmental Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

If you're passionate about the design and function of the built environment, find beauty in and want to protect the natural environment, and want to work with others that feel the same, join our team! LaBella’s multi-disciplinary team of architects, designers, engineers, managers, and environmental scientists work every day to make our world more functional, beautiful, and safe. LaBella is an employee-owned engineering firm of more than 2,000 staff and counting!

We receive annual accolades for workplace culture, growth, ethics, and philanthropy. We cultivate each employee’s growth, expand our expertise, and bring out the best in client projects. Unlike some of the giants in our industry, our company still recognizes and appreciates the individual without losing them in a sea of spreadsheets and tries to conduct business in a personal way, very focused on relationships.

Our chosen tagline is "Powered by Partnership," which reflects our focus on collaboration among internal and external stakeholders to advance projects within our local communities and build upon these relationships in a synergistic way.

Job Description:
We have an immediate need within our Environmental Division to hire an Environmental Project Manager in the Due Diligence, Investigation and Remediation Group, based out of our Ballston Spa, NY office. This group provides a full range of environmental services from initial due diligence and site assessment through remediation and site closure.

This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of projects, including environmental due diligence, site investigation, and remediation projects under various regulatory programs. The successful candidate will work closely with internal leadership, direct junior staff regarding technical needs, manage client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of LaBella’s environmental and due diligence practice.

A successful candidate will be capable of managing multiple projects and clients simultaneously, preparing proposals and budgets, and ensuring high-quality technical deliverables that meet client and regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional seeking growth within a collaborative and expanding team environment. The applicant must have a minimum of three years of project management experience with one or more NYSDEC remedial programs (Spills, State Superfund, BCP, etc.).

Duties:

• Prepare cost estimates and proposals.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget across multiple environmental projects.
• Oversee project teams to ensure work is completed accurately, on time, and within budget.
• Coordinate with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and review technical reports.
• Manage project finances and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with internal safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders.
• Conduct occasional field visits (limited travel required).
• Utilize MS Office Suite to support project execution and documentation.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 per year.

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction, or a related field.

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years of project management experience (assistant PM experience considered).

• Experience with environmental due diligence, site investigation, and remediation projects.

• Strong understanding of NYSDEC remedial programs and NYCRR Part 375 regulations.

• Experience preparing and managing environmental due diligence reports.

• Familiarity with Phase II ESAs, site investigations, remediation, and long-term monitoring programs.

• Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, and invoicing across multiple concurrent projects.

• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification with current refresher.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.