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What You'll Do

Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking an Environmental Project Manager I to join our team. This role performs multiple tasks on a project as assigned by their supervisor. Depending on the project and abilities, they will take an increasing role and responsibility for the project. Work will be a mix of field and office. The ideal candidate presents a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.

What You'll Do

Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking an Environmental Project Manager I to join our team. This role performs multiple tasks on a project as assigned by their supervisor. Depending on the project and abilities, they will take an increasing role and responsibility for the project. Work will be a mix of field and office. The ideal candidate presents a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively mentor junior staff and support overall development of the team
• Attend project meetings and provide solutions to technical and administrative issues as necessary
• Interface with clients on a daily regular basis. Maintain and develop a client database.
• Basic ability to manage project budgets. Prepare change orders, invoices, and assist with collection efforts
• Scheduling, training and oversight of subordinate staff members
• Good ability to prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines. Consult with your supervisor to help prioritize tasks on a weekly basis.
• Management of environmental projects including the application of technical support. Responsible for several projects being performed simultaneously.
• Prepare proposals and change orders
• Prepare environmental reports, perform analysis and provide recommendations for review by senior staff
• Perform review of deliverables prepared by subordinate staff prior to submission for senior and principal review
• Host or attend project discussions with clients, follow up on reports to determine if there are questions
• Direct project set up and implementation with junior staff. Ensure that appropriately trained and experienced staff are assigned.
• Solid understanding of sample collection, preparation, sample hold times, preservation and laboratory submission regulations and guidelines.
• Good knowledge of federal, state and local environmental regulations and guidelines and their implications on findings and conclusions in studies. Understand the client's goals for the project and provide guidance which considers their goals while complying with applicable regulations.
• Review daily reports produced by field staff. Perform routine visits to active project sites to ensure appropriate quality and progress. Mentor junior staff as needed. Communicate project completion milestones with client and advise on any significant directional changes.
• Direct site activities and maintain continuous communication with subordinate field staff and senior managers. Discuss how changes at the site could affect the project outcome or budget with the project Principal.
• Independently prepare reports to be reviewed by senior managers.
• Communicate with junior staff to direct field work performed by drill crews, test pit crews and assist with rig access issues on groundwater and soil investigations. Perform media sampling as required on the project. Ensure the site is restored prior to demobilizing the site. Ensure that the scope of work performed matches the scope of work proposed.
• Under the guidance of senior managers, develop site work plans including sample/boring locations, equipment needs, safety requirements and subcontractor logistics that account for client goals for the project.
• Assist with remediation system installation, operation, and maintenance. Communicate with the project Principal any onsite conditions that may impact the scope, budget, or technology needed onsite.
• Manage underground storage tank assessments. Ensure properly licensed individuals are performing the work and that ECS safety protocols are followed.
• Support Assistant's and Staff Project Managers/Consultants in their development and oversee technicians
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or other Engineering degree applicable to Environmental Consulting, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license preferred
  
  

• Good knowledge of environmental principles and applications.
• Good knowledge of permitting processes, environmental regulations, and environmental test methods
• Good ability to manage and develop new clients. Seek out opportunities to develop relationships with clients.
• Experience independently managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds on occasion and walk on uneven ground through various terrains
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries Civil Engineering

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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• Manage the preparation of small to large-scale CEQA & NEPA documents for a wide range of water resource project types/market sectors.
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• Track personnel actions and staff development including support for recruiting and hiring and training measures for assigned staff.
• Lead and manage quality control, including assurance that quality work is planned and organized through a pro-active project management system, and implements corrective measures as needed.
• Provide hands-on mentoring and team participation to create a bridge between technical resources and client requirements and ensure there is appropriate leadership and supervision engaged on technical assignments.
• Work with client development leadership to prioritize the marketing and business development efforts of the organization and prioritizes business efforts that provide maximum return on investment.
• Champion a quality-culture within the sector organization, and within production teams, serving water business group clients.
• Direct the technical messaging and professional attendance at professional organizations and industry events.
• Promote the Drive to Zero culture where safety of staff and clients is paramount.
• Interpret, implement, and enforce company policies.
• Perform other duties as needed

• BS or BA degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience in CEQA & NEPA environmental
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  wildlife, and GIS)
• Master's degree in environmental science, water resources, or related field is preferred
• Substantial CEQA & NEPA experience with Southern California water agencies, such as the City and
  County of San Diego and/or Los Angeles, southern California Water Agencies/Districts, such as MWD, SDCWA, and/or
  OCSD, State water agencies such as the State Water Resources Control Board or Department of Water Resources, and
  Federal water agencies, such as the U. S. Bureau of Reclamation or U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
• Experience writing proposals, developing scopes of work, budgets, and schedules for complex environmental projects with multidisciplinary
  teams and multi-agency efforts. - A minimum of 2 years of project management experience - Proficiency with MS Office
  suite, strong people skills, excellent written and verbal communications skills
• The candidate should demonstrate strong conceptual, organizational, problem solving, research abilities, and possess a comprehensive understanding of federal and state water resource regulatory policy
• Must have the ability to productively interact with various teams and have excellent organizational, project management and communication both written and verbal skills.
• CEQA & NEPA document preparation and regulatory permitting under the Clean Water Act - Experience with Microsoft Project and Teams - Experience with managing geographic information systems - Previous consulting industry experience - NPDES permit compliance monitoring and reporting
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• Experience with California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and/or New Mexico markets, and public and private client groups

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 7 years related experience
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• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.