Environmental Project Manager

Environmental Project Manager Location: Orange County, CA (Onsite) Role Overview A wellu2011established environmental consulting firm in Orange County is seeking an experienced Environmental Project Manager to lead investigation and remediation projects while actively mentoring staff and maintaining high technical standards. This role is ideal for a handsu2011on PM who enjoys being deeply involved in the work, collaborating in an officeu2011centric environment, and supporting the development of junior and midu2011level team members. The Project Manager will play a key role in ensuring technical quality, supporting daily office operations, and helping the team successfully deliver complex environmental projects. This is a primarily inu2011office position (approximately 90% office / 10% field). Field time is focused on oversight, training, QA/QC, and staff support u2014 not routine field labor. Why This Opportunity This position has remained open intentionally due to the high technical and leadership bar set for the role. The team is growing and needs a Project Manager who can balance strong u201cnutsu2011andu2011boltsu201d environmental expertise with mentorship, ownership, and dayu2011tou2011day collaboration. If youu2019re looking for: + A role where technical depth truly matters + The ability to stay handsu2011on while managing projects + A tightu2011knit, midu2011sized team that values inu2011person collaboration This is a strong longu2011term opportunity. Key ResponsibilitiesProject & Technical Management + Manage environmental investigation and remediation projects from scoping through completion + Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, and deliverables + Review and approve technical reports and ensure consistent QA/QC standards + Interface with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders as needed + Conduct site visits (~10%) for oversight, training, and staff support Leadership & Mentorship + Provide daily technical guidance to junior and midu2011level staff + Train team members on sampling methods, reporting, and investigation workflows + Maintain accessibility and visibility within the office to support team development + Lead by example with a handsu2011on, collaborative approach Business Support (Preferred, Not Required) + Assist with proposal writing and RFP responses + Support client relationships through strong project execution + Identify opportunities for project expansion through performance and communication Required Qualifications + 7u201315 years of environmental consulting experience + Bacheloru2019s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field + Strong technical foundation, including: + Environmental sampling + Groundwater and soil vapor investigations + Remediation oversight + Technical report writing + Project budgeting and financial tracking + Proven experience mentoring or training junior staff + Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects Certifications & Tools + 40u2011hour HAZWOPER (required) + PG or PE license u2013 strong plus (not required) + MSHA certification u2013 preferred but optional + Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel + Familiarity with CAD or GIS is helpful (internal support available) Work Environment & Expectations + Onsite, officeu2011based role u2014 4u20135 days per week required + No hybrid or remote option + Collaborative, teamu2011oriented office culture + Field work is limited and focused on leadership, oversight, and training + Candidates must be realistic and comfortable with a daily Orange County commute What Success Looks Like + Highu2011quality technical deliverables and wellu2011run projects + Visible mentorship and support of staff in the office + Consistent presence and engagement with the team + Strong ownership of projects and followu2011through + Ability to balance leadership with handsu2011on technical involvement Compensation & Benefits + $100,000 u2013 $180,000 base salary, depending on experience and credentials + 401(k) with company match and annual profit sharing + Medical, dental, and vision insurance (employer covers a significant portion of premiums) + Paid time off, paid holidays, and sick time + Company laptop, credit card, and mileage/toll support + Cell phone reimbursement and PPE allowance Interview Process + Initial recruiter screening (technical background , motivations, commute sustainability) + Virtual technical interview + Final inu2011person interview (required) to meet the team and experience the office environment Important Note for Candidates This is a longu2011term, officeu2011centric role for professionals who value collaboration, mentorship, and being present with their team. Candidates seeking hybrid or remote flexibility will not be a fit. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Orange, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $180000.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your 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 temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Orange,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. 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Created: 2026-04-01