Senior Environmental Project Manager

Job Description As Senior Environmental Project Manager, you will lead project teams or act as a project manager in the completion of Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), petroleum leak investigations, construction monitoring/site cleanup projects, asbestos and regulated waste assessments, and additional regulatory compliance activities. In this role you will be intimately involved and knowledgeable regarding clients, industries and completion of work deliverables.Specific Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead investigation and remediation projectsPrepare and/or review scope of services, budgets, schedules, and final reports ensuring Quality Assurance/Quality Control measures are achievedDemonstrate an understanding of environmental tasks involving a high level of complexityInstruct, train and mentor team members while serving as a resource to the department/companyEffectively manage difficult situations and confrontation both internally and externallyParticipate in and facilitate meetings with project stakeholders or clientsUtilize effective written and oral communicationMay serve as a project or client manager and assist with and coordinate client management activitiesMay assist with business development and marketing strategyMay prepare forecast of workload for assigned staff and closely monitor backlogQualificationsFour-year degree in geology, engineering or an environmental-related field7+ years of relevant post education professional experienceMust have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehiclesMust have strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to multitask and work well in a team environmentMust have an in depth understanding of Phase I and Phase II ESAs (ASTM standard and corridor/transportation modified versions), petroleum leak investigations, construction monitoring/site cleanup projects, and asbestos and regulated waste assessments.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint)Must ensure compliance with KLJ safety and quality standardsWillingness to travel on occasions and work flexible hours as neededAdditional Preferences:Project management experience is preferredExperience in the environmental consulting industry completing reports, documents, scope of services, assessments, and investigations.Knowledge of Minnesota environmental regulations, including MPCA and MnDOT guidance documents.40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certificationMinnesota Asbestos Inspector certificationMinnesota Asbestos Supervisor certificationP.G., P.E. in Minnesota and/or CHMM or ability to obtainPrevious experience using ArcGIS softwareHours and TravelThis position may require the individual to occasionally work 40+ hours per week with 70% of the time spent in the office and 30% in the field. Willingness to travel on occasion may be expected.At KLJ, we have a vested interest in the personal, financial, and professional goals of our employees. The salary for this position is expected to range between $64,000 - $90,000. Factors that may be used to determine actual salary include education (or applicable experience), training, job location, competencies relevant to the role, and internal equity. We offer a competitive full suite benefit package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, performance bonus, 401k, employee stock ownership program and a flexible work environment that gives you options to support excelling both professionally and personally. The options available for the current year are described at www.kljeng.com/careers/benefits.This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive and other duties may be assigned. It is a description of the job as presently defined and is subject at any time to revision. This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.All applicants must be authorized to work in the US, without employer-sponsorship. KLJ does not offer employment based VISAS.KLJ will not be partnering with third-party recruiters on this position. Please review our third-party recruiting policy at www.kljeng.com/careers.