Mid Level Environmental Project Manager Jobs
Mid level environmental project manager jobs go to professionals ready to own projects end to end, coordinate multi-discipline teams, and deliver regulatory compliance decisions with limited oversight. Openings across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings cover Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like GHD, ECS Limited, and AECOM hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
The Environmental Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful execution of environmental consulting projects from proposal development through project closeout and collection. This role provides technical leadership, project oversight, client management, staff development, and financial accountability across multiple projects. The Environmental Senior Project Manager serves as the primary client contact on assigned projects, mentors technical staff, and ensures projects are delivered safely, profitably, and in accordance with company standards while demonstrating ECS Core Values.
Responsibilities
- Leads and mentors junior staff and supports professional development across the team
- Manages environmental consulting projects from proposal through project closeout
- Serves as the primary client contact for assigned projects
- Maintains and expands client relationships and business opportunities
- Manages project budgets, profitability, invoicing, and collections
- Reviews and approves project change orders and budgeting adjustments
- Schedules, trains, and oversees technical staff assigned to projects
- Coordinates project staffing and resource allocation
- Oversees multiple projects simultaneously and ensures successful project execution
- Reviews and approves proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates
- Prepares and reviews environmental reports, analyses, and recommendations
- Conducts senior-level reviews of project deliverables before Principal review
- Leads client meetings and project discussions
- Supports staffing decisions in collaboration with department leadership
- Provides guidance on technical, operational, and project management issues
- Performs additional project leadership and technical duties as assigned
- Directs project planning, staffing, and implementation activities
- Oversees complex environmental investigations
- Reviews field reports and technical documentation
- Develops site work plans and investigation strategies
- Manages remediation design, installation, operation, and maintenance activities
- Oversees underground storage tank assessment projects
- Leads client meetings and communicates project milestones and significant findings
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years of related experience
- Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting
- Must have the ability to obtain a local license through reciprocity within three months of hire date
- Additional licensure or certifications may be required depending on the type of work performed
- Extensive knowledge of environmental principles, regulations, and consulting practices
- Extensive knowledge of permitting requirements and environmental investigation methodologies
- Excellent project management and consulting skills
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities
- Strong financial management and budgeting skills
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to review and evaluate technical work produced by others
- Strong business development and client growth capabilities
- If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
MILITARY QUALIFICATIONS
The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
- E-7
WHO WE ARE
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026).
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
INTRODUCTION
The Environmental Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful execution of environmental consulting projects from proposal development through project closeout and collection. This role provides technical leadership, project oversight, client management, staff development, and financial accountability across multiple projects. The Environmental Senior Project Manager serves as the primary client contact on assigned projects, mentors technical staff, and ensures projects are delivered safely, profitably, and in accordance with company standards while demonstrating ECS Core Values.
Responsibilities
- Leads and mentors junior staff and supports professional development across the team
- Manages environmental consulting projects from proposal through project closeout
- Serves as the primary client contact for assigned projects
- Maintains and expands client relationships and business opportunities
- Manages project budgets, profitability, invoicing, and collections
- Reviews and approves project change orders and budgeting adjustments
- Schedules, trains, and oversees technical staff assigned to projects
- Coordinates project staffing and resource allocation
- Oversees multiple projects simultaneously and ensures successful project execution
- Reviews and approves proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates
- Prepares and reviews environmental reports, analyses, and recommendations
- Conducts senior-level reviews of project deliverables before Principal review
- Leads client meetings and project discussions
- Supports staffing decisions in collaboration with department leadership
- Provides guidance on technical, operational, and project management issues
- Performs additional project leadership and technical duties as assigned
- Directs project planning, staffing, and implementation activities
- Oversees complex environmental investigations
- Reviews field reports and technical documentation
- Develops site work plans and investigation strategies
- Manages remediation design, installation, operation, and maintenance activities
- Oversees underground storage tank assessment projects
- Leads client meetings and communicates project milestones and significant findings
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years of related experience
- Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting
- Must have the ability to obtain a local license through reciprocity within three months of hire date
- Additional licensure or certifications may be required depending on the type of work performed
- Extensive knowledge of environmental principles, regulations, and consulting practices
- Extensive knowledge of permitting requirements and environmental investigation methodologies
- Excellent project management and consulting skills
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities
- Strong financial management and budgeting skills
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to review and evaluate technical work produced by others
- Strong business development and client growth capabilities
- If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
MILITARY QUALIFICATIONS
The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
- E-7
WHO WE ARE
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026).
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
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Mid Level Environmental Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level environmental project manager job?
Lead your applications with concrete project ownership: permits you secured, remediation timelines you managed, or compliance outcomes you delivered. Mid level roles reward candidates who can demonstrate they have run projects independently, not just supported them. Tailor your resume to show scope of responsibility, highlight regulatory frameworks you have worked within, and be specific about the environmental disciplines you know best.
Which companies hire mid level environmental project managers?
Companies hiring mid level environmental project managers right now include GHD, ECS Limited, and AECOM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of environmental consulting firms, engineering companies, industrial operators, and government contractors that need professionals who can independently manage site assessments, permitting, and environmental compliance programs.
Are there remote mid level environmental project manager jobs?
Yes, though field and site requirements limit full remote availability compared to purely desk-based roles. About 38% of mid level environmental project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at consulting firms where project reporting and client coordination can be done off-site even when site visits are required.
How do I move up to a mid level environmental project manager role?
The path from entry level to mid level runs through demonstrated project ownership. Early-career environmental professionals typically build credibility by deepening expertise in one or two regulatory areas, such as NEPA review, RCRA compliance, or wetlands permitting, while taking on more responsibility for deliverables and client communication. Earning credentials like a CHMM or PMP, and accumulating documented evidence of projects you led rather than just supported, marks the transition.
Which industries hire the most mid level environmental project managers?
Mid Level environmental project manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors generate sustained demand because they face the heaviest environmental regulatory obligations, from site remediation and permitting to stormwater management and impact assessments, requiring mid level professionals who can manage those processes without constant senior oversight.