Environmental Project Manager

Position Overview

GZA is seeking an Environmental Project Manager with at least 7 years of relevant environmental engineering/consulting experience to join our Norwood, Massachusetts, team. As an Environmental Project Manager, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day execution of the technical aspects of projects; manage environmental investigation and remediation projects so they are completed safely, on time, and within scope and budget; and be involved with marketing and networking events.

You will work with a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level technical services on complex environmental projects and will represent GZA with clients throughout proposal, contract, and project performance phases. The ideal candidate is a seasoned environmental consulting professional with the motivation and desire to foster technical excellence and strong relationships, both internally and externally, within a collaborative work environment.

• Manage and oversee environmental site investigation and remediation projects from planning through completion
• Mentor a team of existing project engineers and scientists
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables
• Perform data analysis, calculations, and interpretation related to environmental sampling, remediation performance, and regulatory compliance
• Manage project contractual and financial issues (including terms of agreement, changes in scope, billing process)
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, work plans, and regulatory submittals
• Serve as the primary client contact, maintaining strong professional relationships
• Support business development efforts through networking, involvement in professional organizations, client meetings, and participation in marketing initiatives
• Conduct and oversee fieldwork, including soil, groundwater, and vapor sampling and remediation system operation and maintenance, as necessary
• Assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities as required by the One Company environment

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Geology/Hydrogeology, or Environmental Sciences (advanced degree is a plus)
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant environmental consulting or engineering experience (familiarity with the Massachusetts Contingency Plan/applicable Massachusetts laws and regulations is a plus)
• Experience with the development, design, preparation, and management of environmental investigation, compliance, and remediation projects
• Demonstrated performance of data analysis, problem solving and strong organizational skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated professional judgment, consistency, strong attention to detail, and background of high-quality work products
• Self‑starter, able to complete tasks with minimal supervision and direction that takes ownership of their projects
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong understanding of field sampling and investigative protocols
• Experience preparing well written reports within budget that demonstrate technical knowledge (construction bid specification experience is a plus)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and environmental data management software
• Willingness to perform fieldwork as needed
• Possess or has completed 40‑hour and 8‑hour OSHA HAZWOPER training
• LSP, PE, or other professional registration (or pursuing such) is preferred

GZA is an employee‑owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with over 60 years of experience. Employees can participate in profit‑sharing and ownership programs. The base salary for this position may range between $95,000.00 and $. Actual compensation will depend on experience, education, licensure, and other qualifications.