Jobs · Consulting · California

Senior Project Manager- Upstream

GHD · San Luis Obispo, CA · 3 wk ago
Consulting$84k–$140k/yrFull-time

About the role

The Senior Project Manager will lead day-to-day planning and execution for assigned projects, using standardized PMO tools and repeatable workflows. They will coordinate teams, manage scope/schedule/cost controls, and prepare compliant deliverables for verification and approval.

Responsibilities

  • Initiate and plan projects using disciplined project management practices (scope confirmation, WBS, schedule, risk planning, onboarding)
  • Manage execution and controls: track progress, issues, changes, and dependencies; maintain project records in the project workspace for traceability
  • Cook up communications and reporting cadence; maintain deadline control for regulatory and client reporting obligations
  • Coordinate vendors and subcontractors under defined procedures; ensure work plans and outputs follow required verification pathways
  • Support digital field data collection and standardized reporting workflows; contribute to dashboards and evidence packs used for program and project visibility
  • Prepare deliverables and ensure they are ready for check/review and director approval prior to external use
  • Escalate risks and deviations early using leading indicators and agreed thresholds to support 'no surprises' delivery
  • Close out projects with complete documentation, lessons learned, and handoff as required

Requirements

  • Demonstrated project management experience in delivery environments requiring strong compliance and documentation
  • Ability to manage scope, schedule, cost, and risk with a structured approach
  • Strong coordination skills across field/office resources and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills; capable of producing and managing recurring reporting deliverables
  • Background in Upstream field support programs (basin/state regulatory environments) and/or mining closure and waste management programs
  • Familiarity with structured delivery frameworks that embed assurance (verification, documentation, audit trails) into workflows

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related field
  • PE or PG will be highly regarded
  • 8+ years of experience in environmental consulting including environmental remediation and site assessments, report writing, data management & interpretation, project coordination, and managing clients
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification a plus
  • Experience with repeatable, high-volume programs where standardization and automation are used to improve efficiency
  • Familiarity with analytics dashboards and data management practices that support compliance tracking and decision-making

Benefits

We provide a competitive salary range of $84,000 - $140,000 based on experience and location.

Pay

$84,000 - $140,000 based on experience and location.

Schedule

N/A

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