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George Mason University

Research Scientist

Fairfax, VA · On-site

The Center for Satellite and Earth Science Research (CSER) advances Earth system science through cutting-edge satellite technology, data-driven research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. We ...

University of Colorado

Research Scientist I

Boulder, CO · On-site

$73K - $77K/yr

The position is funded by the NASA Earth System Science Research program on the Hydrosphere. The candidate will join the Mountain Hydrology Group at INSTAAR and the Snow Today team at the National ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for earth system science in the United States is $48,391.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $52,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Earth System Science is an interdisciplinary field that studies the interactions between the Earth's atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, geosphere, and human activities. It seeks to understand how these systems interact, influence each other, and change over time. By examining these complex relationships, Earth System Science helps us predict environmental changes, manage natural resources, and address challenges like climate change. Professionals in this field often use tools from physics, chemistry, geology, and biology to analyze data and build models of the Earth's processes.
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Environmental Project Manager - Earth Systems, LLC

Earth Systems LLC

Tampa, FL • On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Environmental Project Manager – Environmental Consulting & Remediation

We are hiring for multiple locations. Must be able to commute to one of the following offices:
Location: Lantana, FL | Full-Time | Environmental Consulting & Remediation
Location: Tallahassee, FL | Full-Time | Environmental Consulting & Remediation
Location: Jacksonville Beach, FL | Full-Time | Environmental Consulting & Remediation
Location: Tampa, FL | Full-Time | Environmental Consulting & Remediation

Earth Systems, LLC is seeking an experienced Environmental Project Manager to lead and supervise a portfolio of environmental remediation, site assessment, and regulatory compliance projects throughout the state of Florida. This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental project manager with a strong background in environmental consulting to gain experience with high-profile projects for diverse clients in retail petroleum, oil & gas, government, insurance, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Project Manager: Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, geology, or related science discipline with a minimum of 5-10 years project management experience.

The ideal Project Manager candidates will possess:

  • Excellent working knowledge the Florida PRP UST program
  • Strong report writing skills and QA/QC review.
  • Excellent communication and management skills.
  • Good client relations and business development skills.
  • Extensive knowledge of EPA regulations
  • Proven field experience with emergency response, contaminant investigations, compliance auditing, and remediation.
  • Project budgeting.
  • Staff supervision and training.
  • Sub-contractor supervisory experience.
  • Hands-on experience in geological/hydrogeological investigations and remediation.
  • Groundwater modeling, fate and transport analyses, multi-media sampling, feasibility testing, remediation system design, installation, and O&M.

The ideal candidates will possess OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training, FEMA ICS training, CPR, valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel and be on-call for emergency response situations.

Why Join Earth Systems, LLC
• Competitive compensation aligned with industry rates for Environmental Project Managers in FL and the surrounding area.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and life insurance.
• Career growth opportunities within a multi-state environmental consulting firm.

About Earth Systems, LLC
For over 25 years, Earth Systems, LLC has been a trusted, privately owned leader in environmental consulting. With offices across the East Coast, Midwest, and Southeast, we deliver results-driven solutions in:
• Site characterization & assessments
• Construction oversight & inspections
• Field monitoring & sampling
• Remediation for energy, legal, lending, real estate, commercial, and industrial sectors
Our team combines technical expertise with hands-on service to solve our clients’ toughest environmental challenges.

Earth Systems, LLC does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability and genetic information, or age.
Earth Systems, LLC is a subsidiary of EnviroTrac, LLC, which also includes EnviroTrac, LLC; Earth Systems Response and Restoration, LLC; Bio-Tech Consulting, LLC; Spangler Environmental, LLC; and EnviroTactics, LLC.

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