Environmental Program Manager II

Job Title:

Program Manager II

City & State

Location:

Remote, USA

HGL offers career advancement through internal and external training, skill advancement, and education. Projects at HGL span the United States and its territories, addressing emerging contaminants such as PFAS, radiological hazards, and unexploded ordnance, along with traditional chemical contamination across all media.

With over 550 employees, HGL balances high‑profile projects with a personal work environment where team members regularly interact with senior management.

It’s not just a job, it’s your career. HGL supports career growth through mentoring, training, education, and assistance with certifications and licenses. The company’s mission is to deliver innovative solutions to ever‑changing environmental challenges, and it promotes career advancement while fostering a productive, collaborative culture.

The Program Manager II is responsible for leading and managing the company’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) contracts within EPA Region 6 and other regions, ensuring all projects meet client expectations, contractual requirements, and company objectives. This role oversees EPA‑related projects, provides strategic leadership, supports business development within the EPA portfolio, and is the primary point of contact for client engagement. The Program Manager II mentors and develops staff, including program and project managers, to ensure consistent, successful project delivery.

The role may be fully remote with occasional travel to project sites and HGL offices. Hybrid work is possible for candidates within commuting distance of an HGL office. Preference may be given to candidates residing within EPA Region 6 (Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas).

• Support the EPA program and direct all EPA‑related contracts and CLIN (Contract Line‑Item Number) project managers within the region.
• Manage and support a team of staff, including formal employee mentorship to provide guidance and professional development.
• Communicate and connect with various departments (proposal development, contracts, chemistry, data management, etc.) to ensure they are properly coordinating and functioning to support the region.

• Ensure EPA projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with project scope of work and contract requirements and client expectations.
• Conduct routine meetings with project managers to monitor progress, review deliverables, and provide strategic direction.
• Guide and enforce company best practices for consistent EPA project execution across teams.
• Address and resolve project issues and challenges, including navigating complex client and team dynamics.
• Serve as a Senior Project Manager.
• Uphold contract and company‑required QA/QC and Health and Safety standards.

• Serve as the liaison with EPA clients, fostering strong relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders for scope and cost‑sensitive items, including EPA clients and state and local agencies as needed for specific projects.
• Respond to client inquiries and proactively address client needs to maintain high levels of satisfaction.

• Organize and lead proposal efforts for EPA‑related opportunities, working closely with technical teams, HGL leadership, and teaming partners to submit high‑quality, competitive proposals.
• Assist in growing the company’s EPA portfolio, identify new opportunities, and contribute to long‑term client engagement strategies.
• Evaluate potential project opportunities for profitability and alignment with company goals.
• Support planning for and attendance of client‑sponsored Industry Day events and conferences.

• Contribute to the development and refinement of internal guidelines and processes for program and project management to ensure consistency across teams.
• Mentor project managers on best practices and standardized approaches to ensure…