Project Manager – Geologist/Engineer/Scientist – Lakewood, CO

Trihydro, one of the top environmental and engineering consulting firms in the country, has an opening for a project manager with a particular focus on regulatory compliance. Now more than ever, the world needs smart, cutting-edge solutions to address the engineering and environmental challenges of tomorrow. That’s where we come in. Trihydro’s 500 team members come to work every day to improve our communities and the environment one project at a time. The ideal candidate will join our Industrial, Commercial, & Energy Business Unit and assist in providing our nationwide network of clients, from Fortune 100 companies to local municipalities, in achieving their project goals.

As a project manager, you will manage projects on behalf of our clients, advise clients on compliance issues, and lead environmental assessment and remediation projects nationwide. You will oversee everything from scoping and cost estimating to implementation and closeout. Your responsibilities will include managing and executing environmental permitting and compliance projects; developing SPCC Plans, SWPPPs, and NPDES permits; providing RCRA hazardous waste, hazardous materials, EMS, air quality and other environmental regulatory compliance services; and conducting Phase I and II environmental site assessments; and remediation of soil and groundwater. This position includes regulatory research, compliance planning and auditing, and report preparation for state and federal environmental reports. In addition, this position will include preparation of RCRA permits and modifications. This position will also include assisting clients with developing their sustainability and ESG programs from collecting and analyzing facility data to content development and developing actionable sustainability solutions. You will also provide technical peer reviews for environmental assessment and remediation projects. Typical project sites include manufacturing facilities, municipal sites, mine sites, chlorinated solvent sites, former refineries, and emerging contaminant sites. This position also supports business development and marketing efforts, including preparing technical proposals and presenting to clients. As a project manager, you will serve as a technical mentor to junior staff and will have the opportunity to advance into a leadership position within the company.

The preferred candidate will be based in our Lakewood, CO office.

Required Qualifications

• BS degree in geology, engineering, environmental science, or related field (MS preferred)
• 5 years of relevant environmental industry experience (candidates with a PE, PG, and/or CHMM preferred)
• Employment history as an environmental project manager responsible for managing staff and contractors, communicating directly with clients, preparing cost estimates, and tracking budgets within the environmental field
• Experience advising clients on RCRA waste management, implementing RCRA corrective action, and preparing RCRA permits and modifications
• Working knowledge of SPCC, CWA, SWPPP, federal and state UST/AST regulations
• Experience with Colorado State programs and regulations (CDPHE Voluntary Cleanup Program, Hazardous Waste Program, Solid Waste Program; ECMC; CDLE OPS)
• Colorado Registered Environmental professional (REP) with CDLE OPS a plus
• Experience with lead authoring ASTM-compliant (E1527-13 and E1527-20) Phase I ESAs and (E1903-19) Phase II ESAs
• Experience with sustainability/ESG reporting, interest in ESG issues, and a working knowledge of ESG reporting frameworks preferred
• Relevant academic curriculum and thesis topic and above average GPA
• Commitment to growing Trihydro’s business and supporting the Lakewood office culture by working full time, in person in the office with flexibility to work from home on an as needed basis
• Commitment to safe work practices
• Initiative and motivation, with an emphasis on completing high-quality project deliverables on schedule
• Ability to work independently and contribute meaningfully to an established team of geologists, engineers, and scientists to meet client deadlines
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, project stakeholders, coworkers, subcontractors, and other project team members
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Clean driving record and an ability to travel to client locations and other Trihydro offices
• Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to nurture working relationships with clients
• Fluency with Microsoft Excel (mandatory) and familiarity with Microsoft Teams, Sharepoint, and affiliated applications (preferred)

This job may be for you if you:

• Desire career growth opportunities and are interested in playing an integral role in a growing team and company
• Value working with others to achieve goals that make a difference to our clients, our communities, and our environment

At Trihydro, our approach to work is honest and hard-working. You’ll find a company culture that is dedicated to excellence, nurtures collaboration and growth, and still finds plenty of time for fun. Some of the benefits of joining our team include:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and prescription)
• Industry-leading 401(k) retirement plan, including a discretionary match up to 6% by Trihydro
• Generous paid time off including vacation, flex, sick, and holiday pay
• Wellness program, including reimbursement for gym membership or related expenses
• Opportunities to mentor junior professional staff
• Best-in-class safety culture built to protect our employees—the mothers, fathers, sons, and daughters who deserve to go home safely each night

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline ONLY. Salaries are based upon candidate’s years of experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $65,000 - $90,000

This position will remain open until a qualified candidate has been selected.

This is a full-time position averaging 40 hours per week. Interested candidates should apply at https://www.trihydro.com/about-us/careers with their application, resume, and cover letter addressed to Trihydro’s Recruiting Department.

Trihydro is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because of a protected Veteran status.