• Environmental Project Manager

    Actalent (Orange, CA)


    Environmental Project Manager / Environmental Remediation

     

    Salary: $120,000 - $180,000

    Overview

    Join a dynamic environmental consulting firm that specializes in site investigation, remediation, and regulatory compliance. This organization is known for delivering high-quality technical solutions to clients across diverse sectors, including energy, municipal, military, and private development. With a strong reputation for integrity and innovation, the team combines deep technical expertise with a client-focused approach to solve complex environmental challenges.

    Key Areas of Focus

    + Environmental Field Investigation & Assessment: Perform groundwater and soil sampling, oversee drilling operations, and conduct Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments (approximately 80% field-based).

    + Project Coordination: Scope projects, develop budgets, manage vendors, and support up to 20 active projects simultaneously.

    + Client Interaction: Assist with proposal development, provide project updates, and maintain strong client relationships.

    + Technical Execution: Analyze environmental data, support remediation strategies, and contribute to technical deliverables.

    Daily Responsibilities

    + Lead and execute field investigations and sampling activities.

    + Coordinate subcontractors and vendors for drilling and remediation tasks.

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

    + Support senior project managers in managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

    + Participate in client meetings and assist with proposal development.

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

    Size, Scope & Impact

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

    + Impact: This role is critical to delivering projects on time and within budget, maintaining client satisfaction, and supporting business growth.

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

    Required Skills & Qualifications

    + Education: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or related field.

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

    + Field Expertise: Strong background in field investigations (80% field-based work).

    + Technical Skills: Environmental remediation, site investigation, groundwater and soil sampling, regulatory compliance, and report writing.

    + Certifications: OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER required; PG, PE, QISP, or GIT preferred but not mandatory.

    Preferred Attributes

    + Excellent organizational and communication skills.

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

    + Strong client service orientation and business development mindset.

    + Advanced degree (MS) and technical writing proficiency are a plus.

    Why This Role Matters:

    You’ll play a pivotal role in supporting environmental compliance and remediation efforts that protect communities and ecosystems. This position offers hands-on field experience, technical growth, and opportunities to advance into leadership roles.

     

    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 Jan 14, 2026.

    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.