What are the responsibilities and job description for the Due Diligence Project Manager position at ECS Group of Companies?
Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to join our Due Diligence team in the Greater Chicago Area.
This role performs multiple tasks on a project as assigned by their supervisor. Depending on the project and abilities, they will take an increasing role and responsibility for the project. Work will be a mix of field and office. The ideal candidate presents a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.
Key Responsibilities
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This role performs multiple tasks on a project as assigned by their supervisor. Depending on the project and abilities, they will take an increasing role and responsibility for the project. Work will be a mix of field and office. The ideal candidate presents a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.
Key Responsibilities
- Actively mentor junior staff and support overall development of the team
- Attend project meetings and provide solutions to technical and administrative issues as necessary
- Interface with clients on a daily regular basis. Maintain and develop a client database.
- Basic ability to manage project budgets. Prepare change orders, invoices, and assist with collection efforts
- Scheduling, training and oversight of subordinate staff members
- Good ability to prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines. Consult with your supervisor to help prioritize tasks on a weekly basis.
- Management of environmental projects including the application of technical support. Responsible for several projects being performed simultaneously.
- Prepare proposals and change orders
- Prepare environmental reports, perform analysis and provide recommendations for review by senior staff
- Perform review of deliverables prepared by subordinate staff prior to submission for senior and principal review
- Host or attend project discussions with clients, follow up on reports to determine if there are questions
- Have completed internal Phase I ESA training.
- Complete Phase I ESAs under the direction of supervisor (Supervisor must be EP as defined by ASTM).
- Initiate project set up and scheduling. Perform site reconnaissance, file review and report preparation independently. Communicate project progression and findings with project Principal. Work with Project Principal to finalize report, submission of deliverable, discuss findings with client and complete project closeout.
- Possesses strong technical writing skills with regard to basic conventions of spelling, grammar, and professional content/tone. Knows, understands, and uses standard industry terms and jargon (units of measure, chemical compounds, geological details, etc.). Effectively proofreads their own written work.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or other related environmental degree
- Minimum 4 years of related experience and ability to meet the qualifications of an Environmental Professional (EP) as defined by ASTM E1527.
- Good knowledge of environmental principles and applications.
- Good knowledge of permitting processes, environmental regulations, and environmental test methods
- Good ability to manage and develop new clients. Seek out opportunities to develop relationships with clients.
- Experience independently managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds on occasion and walk on uneven ground through various terrains
- The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
- E-6
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.