Project Manager / Senior Project Manager

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking Project Managers and Senior Project Managers in our Minneapolis (Edina), MN office to bolster our team of qualified Environmental Professionals.  The successful candidate will have a solid educational background and must be self-motivated with a professional attitude. 

This position presents an exceptional opportunity for career advancement managing environmental site assessments (Phase I and II), Voluntary Cleanup projects, and other services GZA brings to the Twin Cities and upper Midwest markets.  Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Geology, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related scientific disciplines and five or more years of experience managing environmental investigation, remediation, due diligence, and State voluntary cleanup projects.  Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate excellent communication, report writing, and information technology skills.  Advanced degrees and/or professional licensures or certifications are highly desirable.  The ideal candidate will be proficient with applicable ASTM and EPA Standards and State regulatory protocols for risk-based investigation and cleanup.

In 2020, Vieau Associates Inc. was acquired by GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc., a 700-person, growth-oriented and employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm providing geotechnical, environmental, ecological, water, and construction management services.  Over the last 55 years GZA has grown to encompass 30 offices across the Northeast, Midwest and Great Lakes regions.  We are seeking qualified candidates to join a premier group of environmental due diligence and brownfields remediation professionals in our Minneapolis (Edina) office and help diversify services throughout Minnesota and the upper Midwest. GZA offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits packages, and is strongly positioned to provide solid advancement opportunities for professionals committed to superior technical quality and responsive client service.

As a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager you will work on a fast-paced team of Scientists, Engineers, Project Managers, and Principals. You will manage teams and projects independently and provide oversight and quality control of junior level scientists.  Our close-knit culture will allow you to grow professionally. You will also be mentored by seasoned professionals, who will in turn look to you to share technical knowledge and ideas. Our success relies on this collaborative environment.
 
Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical, Hydrogeology, or Environmental Engineering preferred
• 5+ years of experience with environmental investigation, remediation, due diligence, and VCPs
• Proficiency with applicable ASTM /EPA Standards and State investigation and cleanup programs
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical capabilities
• The ability to manage and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow directions, and work independently or in a team setting
• Strong communication skills, problem solving and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office suite
• Database, CAD or ArcGIS a plus
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER and FE/EIT certification a plus
• Professional certifications and/or licensures are highly desirable
• Availability to work Monday through Friday and some evenings and weekends
• Ability to travel locally and regionally
• A valid driver’s license in good standing

About GZA: 

• Professional development and enrichment
• Exciting work environment
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401K retirement plan

GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, geo-civil engineering, construction management and environmental remediation firm.  We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on geotechnical, environmental, waterfront, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and location.

 GZA values diversity and is committed to providing an accepting and inclusive work environ