Environmental Project Manager

Environmental Project Manager – Actalent

The Environmental Project Manager is a pivotal member of the Michigan Management Team, responsible for leading the Michigan Environmental Services Department. This role involves supervising the Environmental Department staff and contributing to the growth and expansion of operations in Michigan.

• Serve as a supervisor for all Michigan Environmental Department staff, ensuring effective team management.
• Review and approve timesheets and expense reports weekly.
• Provide mentorship and career development opportunities for staff.
• Be available via phone during active project field work as the primary emergency contact.
• Complete performance appraisals and recommend annual salary adjustments.
• Coordinate and facilitate training opportunities for staff, ensuring certifications and licenses are maintained.
• Provide staff utilization forecasts and schedule regular coordination meetings.
• Lead business development efforts by identifying opportunities to expand market share and facilitate meetings with prospective clients.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and document interactions via the CRM platform.
• Assist in long‑term planning, develop growth strategies, and identify opportunities to incorporate new technologies.
• Manage project contracting processes, monitor project budgets and schedules, and ensure timely project completion.
• Identify and engage prospective candidates for department positions and attend career fairs for recruitment.

• Project management experience in environmental services.
• Expertise in environmental science, management, compliance, and remediation.
• Knowledge of permitting and compliance processes.
• 15+ years of experience in the field.
• Ability to manage projects and lead business development efforts.
• Strong relationships with EGLE and private sector entities.
• Experience with environmental assessments, remediation planning, and regulatory compliance.

• Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Ability to manage a team of engineers, scientists, and inspectors.

This is an office‑based role, typically working Monday through Friday, 40–45 hours per week. The position involves managing a team of 10–15 engineers, scientists, and inspectors. It is a salaried role with management‑level responsibilities and opportunities for annual bonuses.

This is a Permanent position based out of Wixom, MI.

The pay range for this position is $ – $ per year. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this position may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and science services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 6, 2026.