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Project Manager, Environmental Remediation

NJ · On-site +1

$140K - $170K/yr

We are currently seeking a Project Manager with environmental remediation experience to support our growing backlog of environmental remediation projects along the east coast with current focus on ...

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Project Manager, Environmental Remediation

Project Manager, Environmental Remediation

APTIM

NJ • On-site, Remote

$140K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

APTIM rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Overview:
We are currently seeking a Project Manager with environmental remediation experience to support our growing backlog of environmental remediation projects along the east coast with current focus on project sites in and around the Linden, New Jersey area. The preferred candidate would be someone that has extensive experience managing long term/large value Federal remedial construction projects who possesses an established track record of success. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are a must, including the ability to communicate clearly and confidently, both written and verbally, to all project team members including client representatives and regulatory personnel alike. This is a full-time position. Remote worker status may be considered.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Project planning and execution in accordance with established policies, procedures, systems, and requirements.
  • Assembles and leads project team members in all phases of project tasks, from work plan preparation to implementation and completion of field activities.
  • Applies managerial and technical expertise to improve effectiveness and provide guidance to project team members.
  • Daily client communication and coordination with on-site project team and various support staff.
  • Delivers project financials and deliverables on or under budget, and on or ahead of schedule.
  • Applies technical expertise to improve effectiveness and provide guidance to project team members.
  • Perform various project administration support activities from initiation through project closeout.
  • Manage project records in accordance with corporate policies.
  • Strict adherence to company safety and quality programs

Basic Qualifications:
  • Must have a minimum of 15 years' experience in managing environmental remediation projects.
  • Experience managing federally funded remedial construction projects; USACE project experience on cost reimbursable projects is preferred.
  • Possess a Bachelors' degree or higher in a related scientific or engineering discipline.
  • Active PE or PG registration is preferred.
  • 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training with current 8-hour refresher certificate required.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
  • Willingness to work occasional overtime, including weekends, to meet project deadlines.
  • Occasional travel required.

About APTIM
APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.
What you can expect from APTIM:
  • Work that is worthy of your time and talent
  • Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
  • Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
  • A voice in making our company better
  • Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits
APTIM Federal Services is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
  • Company paid and optional Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
  • 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
    • APTIM 401(k) Guide
    • APTIM - Helpful Documents

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