Senior Project Manager

Role Overview

Role is responsible for managing higher priority cleanup projects, mentoring newer project managers, completing tasks on internal program and branch projects and implementing plans for sampling and cleanup where responsible parties do not exist. This could include scope of work and contract development, as well as enforcement orders as necessary.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years experience in environmental remediation and hazardous substance site investigation. Exceptional communication, writing and organizational skills are a must. Minimally, a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources, or Environmental Policy with Science background are necessary.

The Role will require periodic field work for contractor oversight, sampling implementation, site investigation and other field work requiring more than 7.5 hours per day in the field and traveling within the State of Indiana. Work hours beyond 7.5 hours in a given day can be flexed during the two-week pay period. This position requires a valid IN driver's license.

• Interprets laws, regulations and guidelines for assigned environmental program areas.
• Develops and modifies existing state programs to adapt to changes in federal or state legislation-mandated policy changes.
• Coordinates review of environmental projects and/or program area to meet program needs and objectives.
• Maintains a tracking system to ensure that projects are currently working through the appropriate program processes in acceptable time frames.
• Prepares and provides a variety of written communications including responses to letters of inquiry from concerned citizens, elected representatives, government officials, and regulated entities.
• Chairs or facilitates a variety of work-related committees as needed.
• Utilizes programs and electronic database systems to meet program area needs. Serves as a subject matter expert on applicable systems in program area.
• Researches, analyzes, and reports on priority projects and their progress.
• May perform audits on environmental programs or facilities and make recommendations for corrective action or improvements.
• Provides technical assistance and/or evaluates compliance to environmental regulations and programs.
• Coordinates review of requests for variance and exemptions from environmental program regulations.
• Reviews program plans for completeness, economic and technical feasibility, and environmental impact.
• Designs and directs projects regarding specific and complex environmental issues, providing technical expertise for analysis, interpretation, and logistics of projects.
• Prepares progress reports for management and senior leadership and provides consultation to management and staff.
• Reviews and evaluates technical work reports and supporting data for acceptability and conformance with federal requirements, laws and regulations, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Assigns and reviews work of lower-level staff members.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, or a related field.
• Six (6) years of work experience in an environmental or environmental public health field.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program:
  Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral Bonus program.
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free Parking for most positions.
• Free Linked In Learning access.

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.