Project Manager

Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team.

About the role

The Environmental Project Manager is responsible for assisting the Regional Director with assigned aspects of Environmental consulting projects (field and office staff management), serving as a key function in managing and completing environmental engineering and consulting projects and proposals, conducting research and analysis, supervising field investigations, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Management of projects in support of Hudson Valley staff as they relate to real estate due diligence, site assessment, and/or site remediation projects.
• Support New York City and Western PA teams with project management backlog.
• Develop/scope environmental assessments considering site history, known contaminants, and regulator expectations.
• Provide direct oversight and management of junior staff for specific project assignments.
• Coach, mentor and motivate staff assigned to Environmental projects through a “learn by doing” model.
• Participate in interviewing and hiring staff.
• Prepare invoices, including timely communication of any changes in scope and timeline of project which might impact billable hours, rates and client expectations.
• Stay informed regarding Company- and OSHA-mandated safety guidelines.
• Assist Regional Director with ensuring that all team members are equipped with the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and have received required training per client requirements.
• Understand NYSDEC regulations as they pertain to the investigation and remediation of a site including but not limited to 6NYCRR Parts 360 surrounding soil reuse and Part 375, DER-10, CP-51 and CP-43.
• Review technical field staff reports/work products for accuracy and grammar.
• Prepare and review site assessment reports including but not limited to Phase I & II ESAs, NYSDEC Brownfield Cleanup Program documents (applications, work plans, reports).
• Understand remedial tracks defined by NYSDEC regulations.
• Understand and satisfy federal, state and city regulatory requirements and environmental conditions needed to satisfy both regulatory and lender’s requirements.
• Interface effectively and professionally with clients, contractors, subcontractors, staff, project personnel, supervisors, and others.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, hydrogeology, or similar field.
• 5+ years of practical experience with environmental investigations and remediation projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing NYSDEC Brownfield Cleanup Program projects.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Qualified Environmental Professional or Professional Geologist preferred.
• OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER and OSHA 10-hr. Construction Site Safety training required.
• Use and/or working knowledge of AutoCAD, ArcGIS, gINT and EQuIS, or similar programs.
• This in-person position is based in Poughkeepsie, New York, and will often involve travel to project assignments throughout the Hudson Valley, Southern Tier of New York and occasionally New York City.
• Job requires the ability to navigate over rough terrain, urban, rural and industrial sites.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time in front of a computer, operating a computer keyboard and general office equipment.

Benefits

• A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing
• Flexible, hybrid work supports the balance and well-being our team deserves
• Excellent Health Care Programs – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans