Environmental Construction Manager

HGL currently has a position open for an experienced Construction Manager I to act as the site manager/superintendent at various construction and environmental remediation projects across the United States and its territories. Our clients include the USEPA, USACE, NASA, and other federal organizations. Projects include landfill remediation and cap construction, demolition, mine-waste cleanup, groundwater remediation, contaminated soil and sediment excavation, utility installation, and PFAS mitigation.

About the role

This is a field-oriented position located at varying project sites, requiring approximately 70% travel. Office work is minimal, and the role involves managing activities performed by field crews, including multiple subcontractor personnel, to ensure efficient operations and adherence to project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the construction manager/site superintendent for all work phases of remediation and construction projects.
• Manage field crews and subcontractor personnel to ensure efficient operations and adherence to project schedules.
• Lead meetings and interface with project managers, technical staff, and clients to support all components of project work.
• Review and document completed work to ensure compliance with project specifications and construction drawings.
• Procure materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Identify and mitigate project risks relating to schedule, quality control, and health and safety.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience serving as a Construction Manager, Site Superintendent/Site Supervisor, and/or Quality Control Manager for environmental remediation projects.
• Experience working on large project sites with contaminated soil, sediment, and groundwater subject to CERCLA and RCRA regulations.
• Experience working on USACE, EPA, and other federally regulated remediation construction projects.
• Ability to travel at least 70% of the time to support projects ranging in duration from approximately 1 month to 1 year.
• Excellent communication, documentation, organization, and team-building skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment managing multiple activities with attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare and track quality control reports, personnel safety records, and field logs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Current certifications: 40-hour HAZWOPER, 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher, OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety, USACE CQM-C, and first aid/CPR/AED.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct health & safety and quality briefings for large groups of on-site personnel.
• Experience leading implementation of the USACE 3-Phase Quality Control System.
• Experience with Microsoft Project.
• Experience with the USACE Resident Management System (RMS).

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to lift/move/relocate items up to 50 lbs.
• Prolonged sitting and standing (up to 70% of the time).
• Walking long distances, including over uneven or mountainous terrain.
• Repetitive hand motions (typing, tool use).
• Ability to see details at close range and distance; interpret visual data (maps, graphs, warning indicators).
• Driving a company or personal vehicle.
• Climbing ladders or stairs.
• Complex problem solving and decision making.
• Reading and interpreting technical documents or regulations.
• Writing reports, proposals, or technical documentation.
• Leading a team or coordinating multiple priorities.
• Communicating effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Managing competing deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow).
• Potential exposure to loud noises, dust, or hazardous materials.
• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Potential for longer workdays up to 12 hours in duration.

Schedule

This position is primarily field-oriented, with workdays ranging from 8-12 hours daily. Projects typically occur 5 to 6 days per week. HGL attempts to maintain a rotation for work-life balance, targeting approximately every 4 weeks of work followed by 1 week off, though this rotation is not guaranteed.

Pay

The annual salary for this position ranges from $93,766.00 to $145,337.00. The final salary may be impacted by factors including, but not limited to, contractual requirements, geographic location, education, training, experience, and skills.

About HGL

HGL is dedicated to restoring natural resources and providing ongoing stewardship of the environment. With over 550 employees, we tackle complex environmental challenges, including emerging contaminants (like PFAS), radiological contamination, military munitions, and chemical contamination in groundwater, surface water, sediments, and soil. Our projects primarily span the United States and its territories.

HGL offers a flexible, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment focused on innovation and sustainability. We invest in our employees through mentoring, training, education, and support for certifications and licenses to help achieve career goals while contributing to our mission of environmental restoration.