• Environmental Project Manager

    Actalent (Orange, CA)


    Environmental Project Manager

     

    Duration: 12 Months (Contract-to-Hire)

     

    Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (Flexible, Hybrid)

     

    Compensation: $90,000–$130,000 annually + Medical, Dental, 401(k), Profit-Sharing, PTO

    About the Role

    This is a field-forward position (approximately 80% field-based) ideal for someone with a strong background in environmental science, geology, or engineering who’s ready to take the next step into project management. You’ll support and lead environmental site investigations, coordinate vendors, manage budgets, and contribute to technical deliverables across a diverse portfolio of projects.

    Responsibilities

    • Conduct groundwater and soil sampling, drilling oversight, and Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments

    • Scope jobs, build budgets, and manage vendors across up to 20 active projects

    • Support proposal development and client communications

    • Interpret environmental data and contribute to technical reports

    • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and QA/QC standards

    • Collaborate with senior PMs and technical experts on remediation and due diligence projects

    Must-Have Qualifications

    • 4–6 years of total experience in environmental consulting

    • At least 1 year in a project coordination or junior PM role

    • Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or related field

    • Strong field investigation experience (80% field-based)

    • Excellent organizational and communication skills

    • Willingness to commit to the role for at least 3 years

    Preferred Skills

    • Master’s degree in a related field

    • Certifications: PG, PE, QISP, or GIT

    • Report writing experience (writing samples will be requested)

    • Familiarity with human health risk assessments

    • Experience with clients in oil & gas, military, municipalities, or private development

     

    Why Join This Team?

     

    • Collaborative, kind, and skilled team

    • Path to ownership and equity

    • Beautiful Orange County office

    • National project exposure with minimal travel

    • Calm, laid-back culture with flexibility

    • Competitive salary + medical, dental, 401(k), profit-sharing, and generous PTO

    About the Company

    A national environmental consulting firm specializing in wastewater, stormwater, regulatory compliance, and soil and groundwater remediation. With headquarters in Southern California and regional offices across the U.S., the firm serves a wide range of markets including aerospace/defense, oil & gas, legal, government, utilities, and developers—offering exposure to diverse and technically challenging projects.

     

    Apply today to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in environmental project management!

     

    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:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • 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 Nov 21, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.