Natural Resources Project Manager; Wetlands

Position: Natural Resources Project Manager (Wetlands)
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Responsibilities

Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to join our Natural Resources team. This role performs multiple tasks on a project as assigned by their supervisor. Depending on the project and abilities, they will take an increasing role and responsibility for the project. Work will be a mix of field and office. The ideal candidate presents a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.

Key Responsibilities

* Actively mentor junior staff and support overall development of the team

* Attend project meetings and provide solutions to technical and administrative issues as necessary

* Interface with clients on a daily regular basis. Maintain and develop a client database.

* Basic ability to manage project budgets. Prepare change orders, invoices, and assist with collection efforts

* Scheduling, training and oversight of subordinate staff members

* Good ability to prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines. Consult with your supervisor to help prioritize tasks on a weekly basis.

* Management of environmental projects including the application of technical support. Responsible for several projects being performed simultaneously.

* Prepare proposals and change orders

* Prepare environmental reports, perform analysis and provide recommendations for review by senior staff

* Perform review of deliverables prepared by subordinate staff prior to submission for senior and principal review

* Host or attend project discussions with clients, follow up on reports to determine if there are questions

* Direct project set up and implementation with junior staff. Ensure that appropriately trained and experienced staff are assigned.

* Good knowledge of federal, state and local wetlands regulations and guidelines and their implications on findings and conclusions in studies.

* Independently prepare reports to be reviewed by senior managers.

* Under the direction of senior staff, perform field work associated with wetland and natural resource projects. Continue to develop the skills to complete deliverables.

* Assists PM II with field work coordination of project logistics and approach to fieldwork completion, oversees Staff PM and Assistant Staff PM during fieldwork.

* Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting.

* Minimum 5 years of related wetlands and environmental consulting experience

* Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license preferred

Skills and Abilities

* Good knowledge of environmental principles and applications.

* Good knowledge of permitting processes, environmental regulations, and environmental test methods

* Good ability to manage and develop new clients. Seek out opportunities to develop relationships with clients.

* Experience independently managing multiple projects simultaneously

* Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds on occasion and walk on uneven ground through various terrains

Military Qualifications

* The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled  

Required Qualifications :

* E-6

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025).

For additional information about ECS, visit:

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, .

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ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025).

For additional information about ECS, visit:

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, .

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Required Qualifications

* Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting.

* Minimum 5 years of related wetlands and environmental consulting experience

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