Humanitarian Project Management Manager Jobs in Michigan

The Project Management Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, executing, and closing fluid management projects supporting data center construction, commissioning, HVAC flushing, liquid cooling systems, water treatment operations, and wastewater handling. Serves as the primary point of contact for customers, vendors, and field personnel while ensuring safe and compliant delivery, setup, operation, and removal of storage equipment, chemical products, and waste streams.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead end-to-end project management for data center infrastructure and environmental service projects, including water treatment, wastewater handling, and waste disposal.
• Manage environmental compliance related to handling, transportation, and disposal of non-hazardous and hazardous materials.

• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.

• Coordinate with clients, engineers, contractors, and field technicians to ensure project objectives are clearly defined and achieved.

• Oversee field operations, ensuring work is performed safely and in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.

• Monitor project progress, track milestones, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.

• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to avoid delays or cost overruns.

• Review and approve project documentation including permits, manifests, reports, and closeout packages.

• Ensure quality control standards are met for all deliverables.

• Support procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractor services.

Project Management & Client Coordination

• Manage trucking logistics, including scheduling, dispatching, and routing heavy transport vehicles for equipment delivery and waste hauling.
• Coordinate on-site vehicle logistics, including managing gate access, scheduling truck arrivals, and arranging site escorts for delivery and disposal drivers.
• Manage projects from award through final invoicing
• Develop schedules, logistics plans, and execution strategies
• Provide customer and leadership updates

Wastewater & Waste Management

• Manage collection, storage, transportation and disposal activities of wastewater
• Oversee end-to-end haul-off logistics for wastewater disposal, ensuring trucks are properly loaded, scheduled, and dispatched to authorized disposal facilities.
• Coordinate waste characterization, profiling and manifests
• Track wastewater volumes and disposal costs
• Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams

Chemical Delivery Management

• Coordinate bulk and containerized chemical deliveries
• Manage inventory and delivery schedules
• Maintain SDS documentation and chemical storage requirements
• Coordinate supplier technical support

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• High School Diploma/GED required.  Bachelor's degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 3-7+ years of project management experience with a strong focus in data centers, environmental services, industrial services, or related industries.
• Background in logistics, dispatching, or transportation supervision is highly valued; experience managing heavy trucking schedules, freight coordination, or fleet dispatch is a major plus.

• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance (EPA, DOT, OSHA).

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced environments.

• Experience with RCRA/DOT regulations and compliance. 

• Working knowledge of data center systems (cooling systems, water treatment, commissioning processes) is preferred.

• Experience with environmental services such as wastewater treatment, deep well injection, or industrial cleaning is a plus.

• Travel requirement to Romulus, MI may peak at 75%.

WHERE YOU'LL WORK: 

This position can be based out of Downers Grove, IL or Romulus, MI. 

PAY AND BENEFITS: 

• The salary range for this position is $98,870 - $120,000 annually 

• The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location 

• Available employee benefits include health, vision, dental coverage, along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:  

• Strong work/life flexibility 

• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company 

• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted company bonus and annual salary reviews 

• Competitive pay and benefits