Remote​/Hybrid, Brownfield Redevelopment Project Manager Auburn Hills, MI

Remote/Hybrid, Brownfield Redevelopment Project Manager – Auburn Hills, MI.

Position:
Brownfield Redevelopment Project Manager. Work model:
Hybrid (2–3 days in office in Auburn Hills per week, remaining remote).

Work hours:

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. with overtime as needed. Travel to job sites required. Salary: $120,000–$130,000 per year plus bonus up to 15%. Limited relocation assistance and sign‑on bonus available. Benefits include 401(k) & Profit Sharing, Medical/Dental/Vision, Short‑term & Long‑term disability, Life Insurance, Maternity & Paternity Leave, Paid Volunteer Time Off, Tuition Assistance, Fitness Reimbursement.

• The project manager leads environmental site assessments, remediation, redevelopment, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for managing client expectations and sustainability goals.

• 5–10 years of direct brownfield redevelopment experience (Phase I & II site assessments and remediation).
• At least 5 years of project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations (EPA, CERCLA, state brownfield programs).
• Stable work history with demonstrated client relationship management and project delivery success.

• Experience advising clients and municipalities on redevelopment incentives.
• Business development and proposal‑writing experience.
• Proven mentoring skills for junior staff.
• Familiarity with financial management – budgets, cost tracking, and collections.

• Manage all phases of redevelopment projects, including site assessment, remediation, design, and construction.
• Advises clients and municipalities on redevelopment incentives.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Collaborates with public and private stakeholders, including developers, local governments, community groups, and consultants.
• Leads or supports development of project proposals.
• Develops and manages project budgets, tracks costs, and monitors schedules.
• Defines project tasks, schedule, and resource requirements.
• Identifies and mitigates project risks and resolves issues.
• Establishes QA/QC goals and assists in achieving them.
• Leads multidisciplinary teams of engineers, environmental scientists, planners, and contractors.
• Provides ongoing communication with clients regarding the project.
• Prepares client billing and manages collections.
• Identifies additional scope and revenue opportunities and participates in business development.
• Mentors PEA Group staff and cultivates strong client relationships.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Ability to manage staff and multi‑discipline projects.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and seek new clients and services.
• Effective written and verbal communication with independent judgment.
• Self‑motivated and capable of motivating others.
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, prioritize workload, and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Strong mentoring skills and excellent problem‑solving ability.
• Strong attention to detail and sound financial management understanding.
• Conflict resolution skills focused on client satisfaction.
• Ability to quickly shift focus during a typical day.