Byram Township, NJ Sr. Project Manager - Environmental Remediation Details

Position: Sr. Project Manager - Environmental Remediation

Posted: 06/10/2026

SUMMARY OF

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Senior Project Manager (Sr. PM) assists CAPE in achieving strategic and business objectives by leading project management processes (initiation, planning, executing, monitoring/controlling, and closing) for projects across New Jersey. This Sr. PM role is responsible for both construction and environmental remediation delivery and must be capable of managing field execution, subcontractors, schedules, budgets, safety, quality, and federal documentation requirements.

The Sr. PM integrates all project management knowledge areas (scope, cost, time, quality, safety, resources, communications, risk, procurement, and stakeholder management) so the project functions as a cohesive whole. This position serves as a primary point of contact with clients and agencies and effectively leads teams of scientists, engineers, procurement specialists, subcontractors, field personnel, and other stakeholders to meet CAPE’s financial and performance goals.

This role is onsite at active project locations. Not a remote role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead onsite project execution to deliver scope safely, on schedule, and within budget; develop the execution approach, staffing plan, and phased work plan based on scope and risk.
• Build and run the Project Management Plan (scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, resources, communications, risk, procurement, and stakeholders) and keep plans/baselines current as changes occur.
• Control scope using WBS/work packages; manage contract requirements, modifications, and change orders, including impact analysis and timely approvals.
• Develop and maintain the integrated schedule (near-term planning through milestones); drive weekly/monthly reporting, corrective actions, and a monthly performance analysis/forecast.
• Own project financial performance, cost control, forecasting (ETC/EAC), variance analysis, and recovery plans; identify cost drivers and correct excessive-cost items.
• Embed safety and quality into planning and field execution; ensure Safety Plans are in place and followed; maintain incident reporting and a zero-incident culture.
• Manage procurement and subcontractors, define and negotiate scopes, oversee performance and invoices, and ensure submittals and progress payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Serve as primary client/agency interface (USACE/USEPA as applicable); communicate progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders and executive management; resolve disputes professionally and promptly.
• Supervise and lead project staff in accordance with company policies and applicable laws; perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Tools

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, engineering drawings/specifications, and applicable government regulations (including FAR familiarity).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills—able to write clear reports/correspondence and confidently present project status, risks, and decisions to stakeholders.
• Persuasive communicator with effective negotiation skills; able to develop strong working relationships with executive management, clients, and subcontractors.
• Primavera P6 scheduling experience (required/strongly preferred).

SALARY:
Up to $160,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Qualifications (Project Manager II) – bachelor’s degree in engineering/science or construction management required. Must have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible related field experience and task management, and two (2) years of onsite Quality Control experience supporting environmental and/or infrastructure work. Must demonstrate a firm grasp of the…