Senior Project Manager

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve.

We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don't just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

• Project Leadership & Delivery Lead environmental assessment, remediation, and brownfield redevelopment projects from due diligence through closure; manage scope, schedule, budget, subcontractors, and technical teams across multidisciplinary projects; execute projects under regulatory programs including RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, Ohio EPA VAP, and other state/federal frameworks; ensure high-quality deliverables, client satisfaction, and project profitability.
• Client & Business Development Build and maintain strong client relationships across public and private sectors; identify new opportunities and lead proposal development and pursuits; collaborate with Client Development Leaders and Practice Leaders to grow market share.
• Strategy, Funding & Innovation Develop and support funding strategies including USEPA and state brownfield grant programs; support grant applications and redevelopment funding initiatives; implement innovative site assessment practices and remediation technologies.
• Leadership & Collaboration Lead and mentor environmental technical teams across the Midwest and Great Lakes region; collaborate with National and Regional Practice Leaders on strategic initiatives and pursuits; contribute to technical leadership through publications, presentations, and industry engagement; foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or related discipline.
• 15-20+ years of environmental consulting experience.
• Proven experience managing complex environmental assessment and remediation projects.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, and state programs.
• Demonstrated success in project management, client service, and team leadership.
• Preferred Professional licensure (PE, PG, or similar).
• Experience with brownfield redevelopment and funding programs (USEPA, state grants).
• Strong business development and proposal leadership experience.
• Established external presence through technical publications or presentations.

The minimum salary for this position is $120,000 (negotiable based on experience and qualifications). Final offer depends on location, skills, and certifications.

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance - regardless of race, gender, sexual…