• Environmental Project Manager

    Actalent (Orange, CA)


    Shape the Future of Environmental Solutions

     

    Lead projects that protect communities and ecosystems while driving technical excellence. This role combines hands-on fieldwork with strategic project management, offering opportunities to influence high-profile initiatives and grow into sr. leadership.

     

    Position: Environmental Project Coordinator

     

    Schedule: Full-time | Onsite

    Key Focus Areas

    + Field Investigations: Groundwater and soil sampling, drilling oversight, Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments (≈80% field-based).

    + Project Coordination: Scoping jobs, building budgets, managing vendors, and supporting up to 20 active projects.

    + Client Interaction: Proposal support, updates, and relationship management.

    + Technical Execution: Data interpretation, remediation strategies, and technical deliverables.

    Daily Responsibilities

    + Lead field investigations and sampling activities.

    + Coordinate subcontractors and vendors for drilling/remediation tasks.

    + Prepare scopes of work, cost estimates, and technical reports.

    + Support senior PMs with timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

    + Participate in client meetings and proposal development.

    + Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and QA/QC standards.

    Impact & Growth

    + Scope: Projects include oil companies, municipalities, military installations, housing developers, and private sector clients.

    + Impact: Deliver projects on time and within budget to maintain client satisfaction and win new business.

    + Growth: Clear path to senior PM roles with exposure to litigation support, remediation design, and business development.

    Qualifications

    + Education: Bachelor’s in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or related field.

    + Experience: 4–6 years in environmental consulting, including 1+ year in project coordination or junior PM role.

    + Strong field investigation background (80% field-based).

    Preferred Skills

    + Technical writing (Phase I/II reports, remedial action plans).

    + Advanced degree (MS) or certifications (PG, PE, QISP, GIT).

    + Business development mindset and client sector familiarity.

    + Bonus: Human health risk assessment experience.

    Key Attributes for Success

    + Self-motivated, adaptable, and organized.

    + Strong communication and client service orientation.

    + Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

    + Commitment to the role for at least 3 years.

     

    Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help shape sustainable solutions for the future!

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire 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 Dec 10, 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.