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EEC is seeking motivated Environmental Project Manager to join our team in Orange, CA. The Environmental Project Manager plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated projects (site assessment, remediation, & due diligence) and provides quality control and quality assurance for assigned projects daily to ensure that goals or objectives of the project(s) are accomplished on time and within the prescribed budget.
The Project Manager is expected to take ownership of assigned tasks and demonstrate leadership through technical expertise, flexibility, and competency. Candidates should have strong geologic, scientific, environmental, or compliance background, be familiar with applicable environmental regulations, proven experience solving problems, can work alone or with a team, have strong time management skills, promote a positive and collaborative work environment, and exhibit a reliable work ethic. Project managers with a strong business development mentality are preferred.
This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual who feels trapped in a big consulting environment where they do not have the ability to provide their clients with the response and service they deserve.
Job Type: OnSite Daily
Job Location: Orange, CA
Compensation: 110K-125K
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform analysis for complex environmental and engineering projects related to subsurface contamination
Implement Phase I & II site assessments, including field work and sampling activities
Perform feasibility testing and prepare remedial action plans
Human health risk assessment experience a plus
Manage and interpret laboratory data and investigation-related data
Coordinate extensively with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Toxic Substances Control, California Regional Water Quality Control Board, local CUPAs, and other regional agencies
Manage projects within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure EEC’s high-quality standards on project deliverables
Competency in a combination of areas, including field supervision, technical knowledge, and project management
Proven ability to support safe work practices in a high-pressure environment while maintaining project quality, schedule, and budget
Perform environmental due diligence and compliance assessments at industrial and commercial facilities, and implement follow-up corrective actions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste
Provide clients with regulatory guidance and assist them with maintaining regulatory compliance
Use excellent interpersonal skills to work with diverse personalities
Strong written and verbal communication with technical writing experience
Must be able to work in a team environment
Manage and communicate results, budget, and schedule information to the client, program managers, and company leadership
Identify new clients and/or develop additional work within an existing project or with an existing client (i.e., business development)
Representing EEC and interacting in a professional manner with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory personnel
Attending conferences and seminars, at times out of state
Mentor junior EEC staff members
Participating in professional organizations
Business Development
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, environmental science, or related discipline
8 to 15 years of experience in environmental consulting, working on environmental projects
Solid knowledge of technical area of expertise
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills; experience writing comprehensive technical reports
Ability to develop and maintain long-lasting relationships with clients and identify and capitalize on sales opportunities
Self-driven and self-motivated
Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Must be able to successfully pass background check and drug screen
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Required to sit or stand at an office workstation, sometimes for extended periods of time
Required to work on keyboard, using a mouse while looking at computer screens/monitors, sometimes for extended periods of time
Comfortable working outdoors and able to perform field work on uneven surfaces
Required to work with tools and appropriate materials used for sample collections
Be able to lift up to 25 lbs
BENEFITS
Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA
Life/Long Term Disability
10 Paid Holidays
15 PTO days annually
401(k) Retirement Plan with match
EEC Environmental is an E-Verify Employer
Our principals and senior management team bring more than a century of experience to each project, making EEC a leading national full-service firm, offering one-stop, turn-key solutions for projects of all sizes.
“EEC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.”
About EEC Environmental
EEC Environmental has been providing expert environmental consulting and engineering services to private and public clients since 1995. We are one of the top environmental companies in the nation. From the outset, EEC’s team of environmental and engineering have focused on innovative and cost-effective solutions, complex environmental and engineering challenges. Our reputation as a leader in the field of stormwater, wastewater, soil, soil vapor, groundwater assessment, remediation, and due diligence has also made EEC the environmental consulting firm of choice for many Fortune 100 companies, nationally recognized law firms, business owners and municipalities throughout the United States.Environmental Project Manager Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
- Burns & McDonnell53

- AECOM37

- ECS Limited31

- Langan Engineering and Environmental Services29

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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental project manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, geology, or a related field
- Experience managing environmental remediation, permitting, or compliance projects
- Familiarity with NEPA, RCRA, Clean Water Act, or state-equivalent regulations
- PMP, CHMM, or state-issued professional certification preferred or required
- Proficiency with project management software and environmental data reporting tools
- Strong written communication skills for regulatory agency submittals and client reporting
Tips for Your Environmental Project Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to each sector
Environmental project manager roles in federal contracting differ sharply from those in private consulting or utilities. Reframe your experience around the sector's priorities: regulatory compliance for government roles, client billing and deliverables for consulting, and site safety records for construction-adjacent positions.
Highlight certifications above your degree
Hiring managers for environmental project manager roles often scan for credentials like PMP, CHMM, or LEED before reading your work history. List active certifications in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so they're visible immediately, not buried in a footer.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists environmental project manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target roles by permit type and regulation
Job postings often list specific regulations like NEPA, RCRA, or Clean Water Act permits as requirements. Filter your search by the regulations you've worked with most, since employers hiring for permitted projects rarely train on regulatory frameworks during onboarding.
Prepare a project lifecycle example for interviews
Interviewers for environmental project manager roles consistently ask how you've managed a project from scoping through agency approval. Walk through one complete project, naming the regulatory agency, timeline, budget managed, and any scope changes you navigated, rather than describing responsibilities in general terms.
Negotiate using scope complexity, not just years
When discussing compensation, anchor your case on project complexity: multi-site programs, agency coordination, or remediation scopes carry more weight than tenure alone. Frame your ask around the level of regulatory and budget accountability you've held, not how long you've held a title.
Environmental Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most environmental project managers?
The companies hiring the most environmental project managers right now include Burns & McDonnell, AECOM, and ECS Limited, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Environmental consulting firms and federal contractors tend to drive the highest volume of postings year-round.
How many environmental project manager jobs are remote?
About 41% of environmental project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting a role that often requires site visits and agency meetings in person. Sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include regulatory compliance management, grant program administration, and environmental data analysis roles that don't involve active field oversight.
How do you become an environmental project manager?
Start with a degree in environmental science, engineering, geology, or a closely related field, then build field or compliance experience as an environmental scientist or coordinator. Earning a project management credential like the PMP alongside a domain certification like the CHMM strengthens your candidacy significantly. Most hiring managers expect candidates to have independently managed at least one project through a full regulatory cycle before moving into a project manager title.
Can you get hired as an environmental project manager with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates into junior environmental project manager roles if they have relevant field or regulatory experience, even without a formal project management title. Focus on roles at smaller consulting firms or government agencies that develop staff internally. Demonstrating experience coordinating permit submittals, managing subcontractors, or tracking project budgets, even in a supporting role, is more persuasive than an entry-level resume with no project ownership at all.
What does the environmental project manager interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds: an initial screen with HR or a recruiter, a technical interview with a senior project manager or department lead, and sometimes a final conversation with a principal or client-facing manager. Expect questions about specific regulations you've worked under, how you've handled scope changes or agency requests, and how you manage project budgets. Some firms ask candidates to walk through a past project in detail or complete a short written scenario.
Where can I find and apply to environmental project manager jobs?
You can find and apply to environmental project manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, sector, and regulatory background, then apply directly to each listing that fits. No separate sign-up is required before applying.
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