Environmental Project Manager

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to oversee environmental remediation and compliance projects in the Southeast. Responsibilities include managing project lifecycles, coordinating field operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining client relationships. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in environmental project management, knowledge of EPA and OSHA standards, and strong leadership skills. The position requires regional travel to job sites.
Position Summary

A leading infrastructure and environmental services contractor is seeking an experienced Environmental Project Manager to oversee environmental remediation, compliance, and industrial service projects throughout the Southeast.

This role is responsible for managing environmental field operations, client relationships, regulatory compliance, budgets, and project execution. The ideal candidate has a strong background in environmental remediation, industrial services, rail-related environmental work, or heavy civil projects and thrives in a fast-paced, field-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage full lifecycle of environmental and remediation projects
• Oversee site assessments, remediation activities, and environmental compliance efforts
• Coordinate field crews, subcontractors, equipment, and materials
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations (EPA, OSHA, etc.)
• Prepare and review project scopes, proposals, cost estimates, and schedules
• Monitor budgets and control project costs
• Conduct site visits to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
• Serve as primary client contact and maintain strong working relationships
• Prepare reports, documentation, and regulatory submissions as required
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep projects on track

Qualifications
• 5+ years of experience in environmental project management
• Background in environmental remediation, industrial services, rail environmental support, or related field
• Working knowledge of EPA, OSHA, and environmental compliance standards
• Experience managing multiple field crews and subcontractors
• Strong budgeting and cost-control experience
• Ability to travel regionally to job sites
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with rail corridor remediation or industrial site cleanup
• Experience with stormwater, SPCC, soil/groundwater remediation, or hazardous material projects
• PMP certification (preferred but not required)
• Environmental science, engineering, or related degree

Compensation & Benefits
• Salary - $65k-$85k
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off