Senior Environmental Project Manager in Austin, Texas at Earth Systems LLC

Austin, Texas | Full-Time | Environmental Consulting

At Earth Systems / EnviroTrac we're more than an environmental consulting firm. We're a team of engineers, geologists, scientists, and problem-solvers committed to restoring and protecting the environment while delivering practical solutions for our clients across Texas.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Environmental Project Manager who wants more than another consulting job. This is an opportunity to lead high-impact environmental projects, mentor talented professionals, strengthen client partnerships, and play a key role in the continued growth of our Texas operations. If you're passionate about technical excellence, collaborative leadership, and delivering innovative environmental solutions, we'd like to meet you.

Location: Austin, Texas (Candidates should reside in or near the Austin metropolitan area)

Position Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $95,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications, plus performance-based bonus opportunities.

• Lead and manage complex environmental consulting projects from planning through completion.
• Develop project scopes of work, cost estimates, schedules, forecasts, and resource plans.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements.
• Coordinate with internal technical teams, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Direct multidisciplinary project teams by assigning responsibilities, monitoring progress, resolving issues, and maintaining accountability for project deliverables.
• Prepare, review, and oversee technical reports, regulatory submittals, work plans, proposals, and project documentation.
• Ensure all project activities and deliverables align with Texas regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and regulatory agencies, providing project updates and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct periodic site visits to oversee field operations, verify quality, monitor safety, and support project teams.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance to project personnel and subcontractors.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies on every project.

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental consulting, environmental project management, site assessment, remediation, and regulatory compliance.
• Minimum of 4 years of direct field experience managing and supervising multidisciplinary teams performing environmental site investigations, remediation projects, and hazardous and non-hazardous material cleanup activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Texas environmental regulations, including programs administered by the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
• Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, forecasting, scope changes, and contract administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing technical reports and presenting project information to clients and regulatory agencies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel periodically to project sites throughout Texas.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States. Employment sponsorship is not available.

• Professional certifications (PE, PG, PMP, CHMM) strongly preferred.
• Experience managing environmental projects under Texas state agency contracts, including TxDOT, RRC, TCEQ, or other governmental agencies.
• Experience managing pipeline abandonment and removal projects.
• Experience designing, installing, operating, or troubleshooting groundwater remediation systems.
• Experience preparing and implementing SWPPPs, NPDES/TPDES permitting, construction stormwater compliance inspections, and BMP implementation.
• Current OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification with annual refresher training.

At Earth Systems, you'll have the opportunity to lead technically challenging projects while working alongside experienced environmental professionals who are committed to safety, quality, and client success.

We believe successful project managers should have the autonomy to lead projects, develop client relationships, mentor future leaders, and continue growing professionally. As part of the EnviroTrac family of companies, you'll have access to a broad portfolio of projects, diverse technical expertise, and opportunities for advancement across multiple service lines and geographic regions.

• Leadership opportunities on complex environmental projects throughout Texas and beyond.
• A collaborative team of engineers, geologists, scientists, and environmental professionals dedicated to technical excellence.
• Diverse project work across remediation, environmental compliance, due diligence, emergency response, industrial services, infrastructure, and energy markets.
• Opportunities to mentor junior professionals and help shape the next generation of environmental consultants.
• Career advancement within a growing regional and national environmental consulting organization.
• A culture built on safety, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and exceptional client service.

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Company-paid Life Insurance.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Licensure and professional certification reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Collaborative, employee-focused culture with long-term career growth opportunities.

• Earth Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on any protected status under federal, state, or local law.
• We are a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record review, where applicable.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor employment visas for this position.
• Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Earth Systems is an EnviroTrac Company.

Affiliated Companies: Earth Systems • Earth Systems Response & Restoration • Bio-Tech Consulting • Envirotactics • Spangler Environmental • EnviroTrac

Together, we provide environmental consulting, engineering, remediation, and compliance services across multiple states, supporting commercial, industrial, municipal, infrastructure, and energy-sector clients.