Geologist/Environmental Project Manager

Job Overview

APTIM has a Geologist/Environmental Project Manager opportunity to support our environmental programs throughout southern California. The Geologist/Environmental Project Manager will be responsible for the development and management of all phases of various environmental programs. The qualified candidate will be a hands-on Project Manager, dedicated to completing projects with precision and accuracy. They will participate in the development, planning, oversight, management, and implementation of environmental work related to environmental assessment, remediation, and infrastructure projects. This may include environmental and contamination assessments and remediation projects for state and local government, heavy industry, and retail petroleum clients, permitting and compliance assistance to state, local, and private clients. The successful candidate will profitably and safely manage environmental assessment/compliance/remediation projects to client expectations from proposal through execution to invoicing and be able to effectively mentor less experienced staff. The work mix initially is expected to be 75% office and 25% field.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Manage existing State-wide environmental compliance programs for various retail and telecommunication clients
• Perform as a seller-doer directly affecting the revenue, profitability, cash flow, and repeat business of the company by successfully delivering quality products and services to the client
• Communicate effectively with new or existing clients to build relationships and provide for additional work opportunities
• Organizes and contributes to business development activities; may serve as a key account manager
• Manages professional employees and/or supervisors; may manage business support, technical or production staff
• Provides technical guidance to employees
• Responsible for the oversight of all phases of planning and execution of projects, including pre-bid and proposal preparation, contract and subcontractor management, staff oversight, QA/QC, adherence to health and safety requirement, and project financials
• Establishes and monitors project safety and quality on the programs
  
  

Qualifications

• Degree required in Engineering, Geology or an applied science, MS preferred
• 8 years of project management and sales experience
• Program or project manager experience with commercial, State and Federal/DOD projectsvof varying size and scopes
• Has accountability for managing financial resources
• Has in-depth expertise in own discipline and knowledge of the related disciplines
• Well versed in State and Federal environmental guidelines
• Ability to successfully lead and coordinate a multi-disciplined team of professionals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Well versed in Microsoft products to effectively manage time, schedule, and activity completion specifically, Excel, Project, and Word. Knowledge of database and GIS programs a plus.
• Remote (home-based), however candidate should be local to Irvine or San Diego Areas
• Professional Registration is preferred (P.E., P.G.)
  
  

About Aptim

APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence.

What You Can Expect From APTIM

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development
  
  

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000 per year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Employee Benefits

Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and 10 carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
• 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
• APTIM 2025 401(k) Plan Features (makeityoursource.com)
• APTIM - Helpful Documents
  

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