Environmental Project ManagerUniversal Engineering Sciences (UES)

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing engineering and testing projects that support sustainable infrastructure and environmental solutions. This role ensures that all project activities are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with client and regulatory expectations. The Project Manager manages and performs site assessments and consulting on commercial, industrial, and residential properties regarding environmental contaminants and occupant concerns. The majority of the work involves indoor air quality, industrial hygiene, mold, asbestos, lead and radon.

• Lead and manage projects from proposal through completion, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met.
• Develop project estimates, proposals, and scopes of work in collaboration with technical and business development teams
• Coordinate and assign resources, including field technicians and support staff, to ensure project needs are met efficiently
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients to manage expectations, address issues, and ensure satisfaction.
• Track project financial performance, including cost control, revenue forecasting, and profitability analysis.
• Perform site assessments for biological and chemical contaminants.
• Collect data/measurements using appropriate equipment.
• Sample for variety of environmental contaminants using appropriate sampling media.
• Perform or supervise field inspections, construction materials testing, and special inspections when needed.
• Ensure all activities adhere to company safety protocols and regulatory requirements
• Assist with identifying add-on or follow-on work opportunities through client engagement and field visibility.
• Prepare reports and technical documents for internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in cross-functional collaboration with engineering, laboratory, safety, and operational teams.
• Other duties may be assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in a Safety Science, engineering or industrial hygiene discipline, or occupational safety management; experience may substitute.
• Certifications in relevant inspection or testing areas such as asbestos, radon or mold.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry-specific platforms (e.g., project management, data reporting systems).
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills
• Willingness to travel to job sites and work in diverse environmental conditions
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, manage multiple priorities, and interface with clients and regulatory bodies effectively.

• Previous experience environmental sampling methodologies and interpretation of asbestos, radon, and mold assessment results.
• Experience with public sector, commercial, healthcare, educational, or industrial environmental projects preferred.

40-60% travel may be required to support job site inspections, client engagements, and business objectives, sometimes at short notice. Travel will be to job sites, working in various outdoor conditions, and adhering to company safety protocols.

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• This position operates in a hybrid work environment, requiring flexibility to work effectively from both a professional office and work site setting.
• On-Site Office Requirements: Work is performed at a desk for extended periods using a computer, phone, and standard office equipment in a climate-controlled office environment; Regular in-person communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders is required; Physical demands may include sitting for long durations, occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of materials up to 15 pounds.
• Field Environment: Work at outdoor sites including wetlands, forests, grasslands, construction zones, and undeveloped land; Travel on foot across uneven, rugged, or obstructed terrain, sometimes in areas inaccessible by vehicle; Exposure to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, humidity, rain, or sun; Possible presence of insects, animals, or natural and man-made hazards in field environments.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry between 35–75 lbs. of equipment or samples over distances up to 75 feet; Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate lab and field equipment for extended periods; Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and balance as needed during both lab and fieldwork; Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats in varied environments, often while wearing PPE; Ability to use sensory capabilities to see (including close and distant vision, color perception, depth perception, and focus) and smell for observation and safety purposes.

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