• Environmental Project Manager

    Actalent (Portsmouth, VA)


    Job Title: Environmental Project ManagerJob Description

     

    We are seeking a dedicated Environmental Project Manager who will take ownership of projects from award through to completion. This role involves establishing project objectives, milestones, budgets, and schedules, as well as overseeing the procurement of supplies and materials necessary for project success.

    Responsibilities

    + Take ownership of a project upon award and ensure its completion.

    + Establish project objectives, milestones, budgets, and schedules.

    + Procure supplies and materials for project buy-out.

    + Provide guidance to Foremen and Superintendents in planning, organizing, and directing activities related to schedule, labor, equipment, materials, and disposal.

    + Monitor production and project costs to ensure timely job completion.

    + Review and sign off on daily manpower and progress reports.

    + Update a 3-week look ahead for all projects continually.

    + Interact regularly with customers and lead negotiations for any scope discrepancies or issues on-site.

    + Develop proactive relationships with subcontractors.

    + Oversee all change order requests and submit them in conjunction with estimating and finance.

    + Ensure project close-out packages are completed and jobs can be billed in full.

    Essential Skills

    + Minimum of 5 years working as a Project Manager in environmental remediation.

    + Experience in abatement and environmental remediation.

    + Experience managing federal government contracts is preferred.

    + Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.

    + Ability to pass a federal government background screen.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + OSHA 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training, or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.

    + OSHA 30-Hour Construction Training, or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.

    + Experience in demolition, asbestos, site assessment, PFAS, lead, and report writing.

    Work Environment

    This position is onsite in Norfolk, VA, supporting Federal ShipYard Work. The role requires coordinating actions with other workers on busy construction sites, completing projects on time, and maintaining regular and prompt attendance. The ability to pick up construction debris and occasionally lift 50 lbs is necessary. Candidates must be able to sit for prolonged periods with occasional standing and walking. Benefits include 2 weeks of PTO, up to 8 federal holidays or 56 hours of sick time, and growth opportunities from Site Superintendent to Project Manager or Operations Manager internally.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Portsmouth, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

     

    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 fully onsite position in Portsmouth,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 27, 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.