Sr. Project Manager - Environmental Remediation

Assists CAPE in achieving strategic and business objectives by leading project management processes for construction and environmental remediation projects across New Jersey. This onsite role integrates all project management knowledge areas to deliver scope safely, on schedule, and within budget while serving as the primary client and agency interface.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite project execution to deliver scope safely, on schedule, and within budget; develop the execution approach, staffing plan, and phased work plan based on scope and risk.
• Build and run the Project Management Plan (scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, resources, communications, risk, procurement, and stakeholders) and keep plans/baselines current as changes occur.
• Control scope using WBS/work packages; manage contract requirements, modifications, and change orders, including impact analysis and timely approvals.
• Develop and maintain the integrated schedule (near-term planning through milestones); drive weekly/monthly reporting, corrective actions, and a monthly performance analysis/forecast.
• Own project financial performance, cost control, forecasting (ETC/EAC), variance analysis, and recovery plans; identify cost drivers and correct excessive-cost items.
• Embed safety and quality into planning and field execution; ensure Safety Plans are in place and followed; maintain incident reporting and a zero-incident culture.
• Manage procurement and subcontractors, define and negotiate scopes, oversee performance and invoices, and ensure submittals and progress payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Serve as primary client/agency interface (USACE/USEPA as applicable); communicate progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders and executive management; resolve disputes professionally and promptly.
• Supervise and lead project staff in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science or construction management.
• Minimum ten (10) years of successful project management experience with emphasis on cost, schedule, communications, and resource management on construction and/or environmental remediation projects.
• Professional certification (PMP, PE, or PG).
• Proven track record delivering complex work, including successfully managing at least two (2) projects over $5M.
• Must have (or be able to obtain) required field credentials including OSHA 30-Hour Construction and 40-hour HAZWOPER with current refreshers.
• Primavera P6 scheduling experience (required/strongly preferred).
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, engineering drawings/specifications, and applicable government regulations (including FAR familiarity).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills—able to write clear reports/correspondence and confidently present project status, risks, and decisions to stakeholders.
• Persuasive communicator with effective negotiation skills; able to develop strong working relationships with executive management, clients, and subcontractors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows-based systems; strong ability to develop and maintain project schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Field experience in construction or environmental projects.

About the Company

For 35 years, CAPE has delivered construction and environmental remediation solutions to governmental and private organizations nationwide. As a $100 M small business, we hold Nationwide contracts with the USACE, USN, and USAF totaling over $20 B in prime contract capacity. Our $12 B portfolio includes unrestricted contracts where we compete against large businesses for task order awards. We routinely partner with other small and large businesses to provide better responsiveness in support of achieving our clients’ goals.

The culture of our company is one of working together to achieve our clients’ objectives, company goals, and employees’ professional goals, succinctly defined as “We, Not Me” behavior. Our projects are high-profile environmental remediation projects involving cleanup of contaminated soil, groundwater, and sediment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Vanguard retirement savings plan including both traditional and Roth 401(k) with up to 4% match and lowest-in-class fees.
• Health savings account (HSA) with investment option.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Paid annual leave.
• Paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Several other voluntary benefits options.
• Option to work from home (for applicable roles).

Pay

Up to $160,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

• Onsite at active project locations (not a remote role).
• Average travel: 50%.