Environmental Engineer

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking a Environmental Project Manager with 8 to 15 plus years of experience to support our growing environmental site investigation, remediation, and compliance practice in our Livonia, Michigan office. The ideal candidate for this position is a seasoned environmental consulting professional with the motivation and desire to foster technical excellence and strong client relationships. 

As an Environmental Project Manager, you will work with a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level. You will successfully execute all aspects of projects under the guidance of a company Principal. You will also represent GZA with the client throughout proposal, contract, and project performance phases, be responsible for day-to-day execution of technical and financial aspects of each project, be involved with marketing activities and networking events, and mentor and train junior staff.  Our Project Managers have ownership opportunities with the firm, participate in profit sharing, and have the potential for advancement to principal levels.

What You Will be Doing: 

• Managing project team, delegating to office and field staff, and executing daily project activities


• Managing project contractual and financial issues (including terms of agreement, changes in scope, billing process)


• Mentoring GZA existing staff of project-level scientists and engineers


• Monitoring team performance for compliance with contractual agreements and budgets


• Conducting site compliance inspections


• Preparing proposals and reviewing/writing environmental reports with Principal guidance and review


• Conducting/reviewing technical analyses/calculations


• Participating in meetings and agency consultation


• Conducting internal and client communications


• Providing business development support


• GZA emphasizes a One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities 

What You Will Be Bringing: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Geological/Hydrogeology or Environmental Sciences (advanced degree is a plus)


• 8 to 15 years of project experiences in environmental site assessment (ESA), environmental site investigation,  and soil and groundwater remediation.


• Experience at consulting engineering firms and knowledge of applicable Federal and Michigan laws and regulations, such as CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, Michigan Part 111/115, Part 201, Part 213 (experience in adjacent states is a plus)


• Strong understanding of field sampling and investigative protocols


• Strong knowledge of contaminants fate and transport in subsurface and experience in conceptual site model development


• Experience in database and GIS is a plus. 


• Experience with statistical review of data


• Strong oral and written communication skills


• Experience preparing reports that demonstrate technical knowledge


• Possess or have completed 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training


• PE/PG/LSRP or other professional registration strongly preferred


• Self-starter, able to complete tasks with minimal supervision and direction


• Possess the ability to maintain strong and consistent outreach to clients


• Demonstrate professional judgment, consistency, strong attention to detail, and background of high-quality work products


• Demonstrate performance of independent analysis, problem solving and strong organizational skills


• Strong interest in safety

What You Will Be Getting:

• Friendly and flexible work environment


• Professional development and enrichment


• Leadership and technical training


• Professional society involvement and sponsorship


• Commitment to technical excellence and client relationships


• Collaborative and cooperative work community


• Advancement and ownership opportunities


• Generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401K retirement plan

 About GZA:

GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of more than 50 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environment.  We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on geotechnical, environmental, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and location.

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is an Affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.