Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 60 offices in the US, Canada and Australia.
Built on a foundation of excellence, Kleinfelder is committed to client-focused solutions. Through our depth of experience and thorough understanding of environmental, regulatory, economic, and civic conditions, we identify and address challenges with innovation and common-sense. Kleinfelder's integrated, award-winning experts collaborate with clients to meet their objectives - from project inception through design and execution. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.
Kleinfelder is seeking a
Senior Project Manager to join the environmental team. This person will sit in our downtown Los Angeles office and will work on exciting large local transportation and municipal agency contracts to contribute to a real positive impact on our community. The candidate must have an extensive site characterization assessment and remediation background.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical
Oversee environmental site assessments, soil, soil gas, and groundwater assessments, feasibility studies, remedial action plans, remediation system design/operation, construction, multi-media compliance efforts, and other supporting technical studies
Perform advanced technical writing and detailed review of data/reports
Experience/working-knowledge with Department of Toxic Substances Control and Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Boa
rd
Perform data analyses in support of scientific investigations and engineered solutions
Project Management
Oversee large programs and multiple projects simultaneously within scope, schedule, and budget
High level of competency in environmental consulting- including financial management, client management, and risk management
Manage a full project team
Front-line client interaction/communications
Accountable for Quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) on project deliverables
Mentorship
Staff supervision and team leadership
Career and technical mentoring and training for junior staff
Assisting in loss prevention and risk management
As a Senior Project Manager and role model, this leadership position requires an excellent attitude and an ability to communicate and effectively manage a very talented bench of internal and external team members/staff. Additionally, this individual will be expected to take a leadership role in business development.
EXPERIENCE & ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
10+ years of experience in environmental consulting, in-depth knowledge of California regulations, and the ability to provide high-end technical advisory support.
BS (MS preferred) from an accredited college/university with a major in environmental engineering, geology, or related field is required.
Professional licensure (PE or PG) or the ability to obtain within 3 months required.
Minimum of 7 years of project management experience with multi-disciplinary environmental compliance projects and proven responsibility with scope / schedule / budget.
Advanced computer skills with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, and Power Point.
COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
Excellent technical writing and editing skills
Well-developed oral, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Strong customer service emphasis and solution-oriented delivery
Leadership and strong ability to work in a collaborative environment
Ability to work under pressure and meet timelines
Conscientious and high attention to detail
Good judgment and sound decision-making skills
Experience in providing leadership to diverse project teams on high-pressure, high-visibility projects
POSITION CONDITIONS
This position is performed in an office and field environment.
Candidate must pass a medical surveillance that includes drug screening.
Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
Up to 20% of time may be dedicated to field activities in varying environmental conditions including inclement weather.
Some night and weekend work may be required for this position.
May periodically require travel and stays outside of the greater Los Angeles area.
Personal vehicle use for travel to / from project site is expected.
This position will be required to work on projects requiring full vaccination from COVID-19, and you will be required to show proof of vaccination in order to work on the project.
Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
Contact Mark Bramblett (mbramblett@kleinfelder.com)