Environmental Assistant Staff Project Manager
About the role
The Environmental Assistant Staff Project Manager supports environmental consulting projects through fieldwork, data collection, analysis, and project coordination activities. This role provides foundational experience in environmental consulting services, including due diligence, assessment, remediation, and compliance. The position develops technical competency, project understanding, and early project management skills under supervision while demonstrating ECS Core Values.
Responsibilities
- Interacts and collaborates with staff members on a variety of environmental projects
- Attends project meetings with senior staff and participates in project discussions
- Interfaces with contractors, clients, and site personnel during field activities
- Communicates daily with project teams and keeps supervisors informed of site conditions and project needs
- Implements field tasks and project activities as directed by senior staff
- Assists with scheduling, training, and oversight of environmental technicians
- Supports project setup and implementation under supervision
- Collects, documents, and reports field observations accurately
- Assists with environmental sampling, data collection, and analysis
- Supports preparation of reports, calculations, and project documentation
- Participates in project coordination, including tracking tasks and deliverables
- Assists with proposal preparation and project planning activities
- Performs asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and indoor air quality assessments
- Performs air and bulk sampling
- Monitors remediation and abatement activities
- Documents field observations and supports reporting
- Performs additional technical and project support duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting
- 0 years of related experience
- If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required
- Basic knowledge of environmental principles and applications
- Basic knowledge of environmental permitting processes, regulations, and test methods
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Willingness to learn, take direction, and develop professionally
- Basic decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in outdoor environments and varying site conditions
- Ability to lift and carry field equipment (~40 lbs)
- Must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow all local and state laws, road/driving regulations, and Company policies
Military Qualifications
The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position if they also meet the education requirements from the Requirements section:
- E-5
Pay
The expected pay range for this role and location is $20–$25/hour. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.
About the company
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental, and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025), and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025).