What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Environmental Project Manager / Environmental Department Manager position at DLZ Corporation?
DLZ Corporation is an award-winning architecture and engineering firm serving public and private entities across the nation. As a multidisciplinary firm, DLZ provides engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition and materials testing. DLZ is consistently ranked one of Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) Top 150 U.S. Design Firms and a previous ENR Midwest Design Firm of the Year. Our growth is a testament to the quality of our work and the satisfaction of our clients.
Our mission is to build on our reputation for excellence by becoming the preferred architectural, engineering, and environmental firm. We focus on meeting and exceeding our clients’ expectations and are known for our competence, integrity, and contributions to the people and communities we service and in which we live.
DLZ Corporation is looking to hire a Senior Environmental Project Manager with interest in advancement to Management role in Lansing or Detroit (SE Michigan), Michigan.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and mentor environmental staff including environmental geologists, environmental engineers, environmental scientists.
- Correspond with and manage a diverse client base, including public, military, and private sector clients across Michigan and the Midwest.
- Lead business development activities for the growth of environmental group in Michigan.
- Lead staff in managing environmental projects from initiation to closure, encompassing Remedial
- Investigation/Feasibility Studies (RIFS), contaminant exposure mitigation, and active site remediation.
- Provide guidance to staff for ensuring the quality, safety, schedule, and budget of assigned projects.
- Lead team in developing technical and fee proposals.
- Review and ensure the quality, accuracy, and completeness of projects in line with governmental and industry standards.
- Collaborate with Project Managers for quarterly projections, invoicing, and closeout activities.
- Direct the activities of personnel reporting on assigned projects.
- Maintain environmental design, reporting, and production standards and procedures.
- Actively participate in civic and professional activities, societies, and organizations.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology, relevant Engineering, or Environmental Degree.
- PG, CPG or PE license required.
- Minimum of ten years of client and project management experience.
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training.
- Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in soil vapor, soil, surface water, and groundwater investigations.
- Proficiency in developing Conceptual Site Models, Feasibility Studies, and Pilot Studies.
- Expertise in remedial design, design documents, system construction and oversight, and operations and maintenance.
- Ability to perform field work, complying with safety codes and requirements.
Preferred Experience:
- Familiarity with Michigan Public Act 451, Part 201 and Part 213.
- Experience with Brownfield Redevelopment grants, building demolitions, site due care, and Michigan Public Act 381 workplans.
- Knowledge of Real Estate Due Diligence and Michigan Baseline Environmental Assessments.
- Expertise in Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS).
- OSHA Construction Safety training.
- Familiarity with State of Michigan environmental regulations.
- Experience working in the Midwest and the State of Michigan.
- Experience collaborating with local governmental agencies.
Benefits:
At DLZ, we offer an excellent benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, and vision
- Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Health savings account
- 401(k) - Regular and Roth
- Paid Parental leave
- Life & AD&D insurance
- Short- and Long- Term disability
- Innovative wellness program with wellness reimbursement
Equal Opportunity Employer:
At DLZ we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. DLZ is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer; employment decisions are based on business needs, merit, and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. True innovation and success come from respecting, empowering, and leveraging the unique perspectives, skills, and experiences of everyone.
