Environmental Project Manager - Remediation

Environmental Project Manager – Remediation

Join us as an Environmental Project Manager – Remediation at AECOM in Chicago, Illinois.

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. We partner with clients to solve complex challenges and build lasting legacies.

This hybrid (office and remote) role requires experience in regulatory engagement, site investigation, remediation, and project delivery. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess excellent communication skills, and work independently while collaborating in a high-performance team.

In this role, you will support business development, technical delivery, stakeholder engagement, and financial management for the Chicago office.

• Overall project management and assistance in establishing project objectives and policies.
• Apply site investigation and remediation techniques to deliver solutions.
• Engage existing and potential clients to discuss AECOM services and expand service capabilities.
• Ensure project portfolio adherence to design, budget, and schedule.
• Provide technical oversight and quality control.
• Define project scope and objectives.
• Manage all project phases from initiation to close out.
• Predict resource needs and manage resources effectively.
• Make decisions and recognize risks with mitigation plans.
• Deliver consistent project updates to stakeholders.
• Identify, mitigate, and manage project risks.
• Manage complex clients and projects and deliver profit margins as planned.

• BS in engineering, geology, environmental science, or related field and 4+ years of experience.
• US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
• Background and MVR check required.

• 6+ years in site investigation, remediation, project management, and business development.
• Licensed P.E. or Geologist in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Kansas, Missouri, or Ohio.
• Experience with state regulatory agencies.
• Experience scheduling resources for on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Experience in business development.
• 40‑hour HAZWOPER certified (current) including 8‑hour Supervisor training.
• PMP certification.
• Regulator and stakeholder negotiation experience.
• Success managing environmental projects for diverse clients.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Superior writing, editing, and reporting skills.
• Preparation of proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and change orders.

Compensation range: $125,000 – $135,000 per year, based on education, experience, and location.

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off, vacation, and flexible work options.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.