Groundwater and Environmental Svcs.
Environmental Project Manager
Groundwater and Environmental Svcs. - San Diego, California, United States, 92189
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Overview
Groundwater & Environmental Services (GES) is a growing, purpose-driven environmental consulting and engineering firm that helps clients solve complex environmental challenges with integrity and impact. For over 40 years, GES has built a strong reputation for technical excellence, innovation, and long-standing client partnerships across sectors such as energy, manufacturing, real estate, and government.
At GES, you'll find a collaborative and flexible work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a chance to make a real difference-for our clients, our communities, and the environment.
We are currently seeking an experienced
Environmental Project Manager
to join our team in San Diego, CA location. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a portfolio of diverse, technically challenging projects while leading teams, mentoring staff, and helping to grow our presence in the region.
What You'll Do:
As an Environmental Project Manager at GES, you'll take full ownership of a dynamic portfolio of projects, with a strong focus on environmental investigation, remediation, and regulatory compliance in California and surrounding states. You'll lead technical teams, serve as a primary client contact, and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities:
Manage a diverse portfolio of environmental investigation and remediation projects (primarily in California, with occasional work other western states). Supervise and mentor technical staff; assign resources and oversee the preparation of reports, proposals, and project deliverables. Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and reliable project execution. Lead project planning, execution, and budgeting; track performance against financial goals. Review and author technical documents, including complex site characterizations and remedial action plans. Evaluate subsurface data for soil, vapor, and groundwater to support remediation strategies. Apply knowledge of remedial systems under the direction of a Professional Engineer. Prepare and implement regulatory strategies in line with state and local environmental policies. Collaborate with internal teams and business development staff to support consistent, high-quality service. Conduct performance reviews, lead team meetings, and support staff development and workload management. What You Bring:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field. 5+ years of relevant experience, including investigation, remediation, reporting, and client/project management. Strong working knowledge of CA environmental regulations. Proven experience authoring and reviewing complex technical documents and reports. Demonstrated success in managing clients, project budgets, and personnel. Skilled in strategic thinking, problem-solving, and maintaining long-term client relationships. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong attention to detail. Professional Geologist (PG) certification is a plus. Experience with business development and proposal writing is a strong plus. Why GES?
Employee-first culture
that values growth, mentorship, and collaboration. Diverse project portfolio
across multiple industries and regulatory programs. Competitive compensation and benefits , including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous PTO. Opportunities for advancement
in a company that promotes from within. Flexible work environment
with a commitment to work-life balance and sustainability.
About Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES)
GES is a recognized industry leader in providing environmental consulting, compliance, engineering, and field services to clients across diverse market sectors. With a reputation built on technical excellence and a commitment to service, GES empowers employees to think independently, work collaboratively, and thrive in a culture of innovation.
We believe in the importance of work/life balance and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families. Our offerings include a hybrid workforce model, medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), short-term and long-term disability coverage, new parent leave, a 529 CollegeBound Fund, tuition assistance, and a performance-based bonus plan.
GES is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and respect, where diverse perspectives are celebrated and every employee feels valued. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
At GES, you'll find a collaborative and flexible work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a chance to make a real difference-for our clients, our communities, and the environment.
We are currently seeking an experienced
Environmental Project Manager
to join our team in San Diego, CA location. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a portfolio of diverse, technically challenging projects while leading teams, mentoring staff, and helping to grow our presence in the region.
What You'll Do:
As an Environmental Project Manager at GES, you'll take full ownership of a dynamic portfolio of projects, with a strong focus on environmental investigation, remediation, and regulatory compliance in California and surrounding states. You'll lead technical teams, serve as a primary client contact, and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities:
Manage a diverse portfolio of environmental investigation and remediation projects (primarily in California, with occasional work other western states). Supervise and mentor technical staff; assign resources and oversee the preparation of reports, proposals, and project deliverables. Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and reliable project execution. Lead project planning, execution, and budgeting; track performance against financial goals. Review and author technical documents, including complex site characterizations and remedial action plans. Evaluate subsurface data for soil, vapor, and groundwater to support remediation strategies. Apply knowledge of remedial systems under the direction of a Professional Engineer. Prepare and implement regulatory strategies in line with state and local environmental policies. Collaborate with internal teams and business development staff to support consistent, high-quality service. Conduct performance reviews, lead team meetings, and support staff development and workload management. What You Bring:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field. 5+ years of relevant experience, including investigation, remediation, reporting, and client/project management. Strong working knowledge of CA environmental regulations. Proven experience authoring and reviewing complex technical documents and reports. Demonstrated success in managing clients, project budgets, and personnel. Skilled in strategic thinking, problem-solving, and maintaining long-term client relationships. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong attention to detail. Professional Geologist (PG) certification is a plus. Experience with business development and proposal writing is a strong plus. Why GES?
Employee-first culture
that values growth, mentorship, and collaboration. Diverse project portfolio
across multiple industries and regulatory programs. Competitive compensation and benefits , including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous PTO. Opportunities for advancement
in a company that promotes from within. Flexible work environment
with a commitment to work-life balance and sustainability.
About Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES)
GES is a recognized industry leader in providing environmental consulting, compliance, engineering, and field services to clients across diverse market sectors. With a reputation built on technical excellence and a commitment to service, GES empowers employees to think independently, work collaboratively, and thrive in a culture of innovation.
We believe in the importance of work/life balance and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families. Our offerings include a hybrid workforce model, medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), short-term and long-term disability coverage, new parent leave, a 529 CollegeBound Fund, tuition assistance, and a performance-based bonus plan.
GES is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and respect, where diverse perspectives are celebrated and every employee feels valued. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.