Senior Sediment Project Manager

Senior Sediment Project Manager Location: Mid-Atlantic / East Coast (Hybrid or Remote options available) Position Overview An established environmental consulting organization is seeking a Senior Sediment Project Manager to join a fast-paced and growing sediment practice. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex sediment management projects addressing navigation, port development, infrastructure improvements, and beneficial reuse of dredged material for ecosystem restoration. The position can be based out of an office in the Mid-Atlantic region, with flexibility for a fully remote arrangement for the right candidate located anywhere along the Eastern Seaboard (New York to South Carolina). Key Responsibilities As a senior leader within the sediment team, you will manage projects from planning through execution while providing technical expertise and team leadership. Responsibilities include:Lead sediment projects, managing staff, schedules, budgets, and subcontractorsDevelop data quality objectives, field sampling plans, and QA/QC plansAnalyze and interpret chemical and biological sediment dataPrepare and review environmental permits and regulatory documentationEvaluate dredged material disposal and beneficial reuse optionsAssess remedial alternatives and ecosystem restoration potentialPrepare MPRSA Section 103 evaluations and other ecotoxicological assessmentsCoordinate with regulatory agencies and project stakeholdersDevelop cost estimates and support proposal effortsMentor and develop mid- and junior-level staffCollaborate within multidisciplinary project teamsProjects are primarily located along the Atlantic seaboard and Great Lakes, with opportunities to support sediment initiatives nationwide. Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or a related field10+ years of experience managing sediment-related projectsDemonstrated experience working with private and commercial clientsStrong technical foundation in sediment processes, chemistry, and remediationProven ability to lead teams and mentor technical staffTrack record of building and maintaining strong client relationshipsFamiliarity with on-water construction and dredging operations strongly preferredPeople are our business worldwide Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.