Manager – Remediation Projects

Freeport-McMoRan

. Manage a portfolio of environmental remediation projects, including Federal, State, and Tribal CERCLA sites, legacy mining liabilities, and other environmental obligations .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $130,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing environmental remediation projects, including CERCLA compliance, groundwater remediation, and water treatment systems. Proficient in leading multidisciplinary teams, developing project strategies, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.

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Environmental Remediation Project ManagementCERCLA ComplianceGroundwater RemediationHydrogeology ExpertiseRegulatory Permitting

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Hard Skills

Groundwater Flow SystemsContaminant TransportAquifer TestingHydraulic CapturePlume ManagementEnvironmental ComplianceSite InvestigationRemedial DesignWater Treatment SystemsTreatment Process Optimization

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsNegotiating SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationSupervisory Skills

Tools & Technologies

Modeling ApplicationsEnvironmental Management SoftwareHydrogeology Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Geologist (PG)Professional Engineer (PE)

Industry Keywords

Federal RegulationsState RegulationsTribal RegulationsEnvironmental ObligationsLegacy Mining Liabilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a portfolio of environmental remediation projects, including Federal, State, and Tribal CERCLA sites, legacy mining liabilities, and other environmental obligations
Lead projects through site characterization, remedy evaluation, regulatory permitting, remedial design, construction, operations, and long-term monitoring
Serve as the primary point of accountability for environmental remediation programs
Plan, organize, direct, and oversee programs aligned with regulatory requirements, project objectives, and company strategy
Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage consultants and contractors
Collaborate with regulators, legal counsel, company leadership, operations personnel, Tribal representatives, community stakeholders, and other internal and external partners
Provide technical leadership for groundwater investigations, site characterization, contaminant transport assessments, hydraulic containment systems, water balance evaluations, treatment optimization, and remedy performance reviews
Guide technical consultants and evaluate remedial alternatives
Develop and implement project strategies, budgets, environmental reserve forecasts, schedules, and cost-control plans
Provide expert guidance on environmental programs, practices, compliance requirements, and applicable local, State, Federal, and Tribal regulations
Perform other duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related discipline, or equivalent education and/or experience
Ten (10) years of broad-based environmental management, groundwater remediation, water treatment, remediation project management, or related experience, including supervisory or management experience
Experience managing technical consultants, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams
Advanced knowledge of hydrogeology, groundwater flow systems, contaminant transport, aquifer testing, hydraulic capture, and plume management
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with CERCLA is required
Experience with industrial water treatment, groundwater extraction and treatment systems, passive treatment technologies, mine-influenced water treatment, or comparable treatment systems
Advanced knowledge of environmental compliance, permitting, site investigation and remediation, and applicable Federal, State, local, and tribal laws, ordinances, statutes, regulations, rules, policies, and procedures
Proficiency in software, systems, and/or modeling applications applicable to groundwater remediation, hydrogeology, water treatment, or environmental management
Skilled in evaluating technical reports, remedial alternatives, treatment performance data, engineering designs, and water management strategies
Ability to research and analyze complex information and draw valid conclusions
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
Skilled in supervising, evaluating, training, and motivating employees, consultants, and contractors
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with management, legal counsel, regulators, operations personnel, consultants, contractors, and community stakeholders
Willingness to support a team environment in administering remedial programs
Ability to travel approximately 40% to 50%; domestic travel up to 50% as needed
Preferred: advanced degree in a related discipline
Preferred: Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) registration
Preferred: fifteen (15) years of relevant experience
Preferred: direct experience managing operating water treatment plants or treatment system optimization programs
Preferred: experience managing CERCLA RI/FS, RD/RA, O&M, and long-term stewardship programs
Preferred: groundwater modeling, geochemical modeling, treatment process optimization, and water balance evaluation experience
Preferred: experience managing consultants and contractors
Preferred: experience supporting negotiations with EPA, State agencies, tribal governments, and Natural Resource Damage trustees
Preferred: interpersonal and negotiating skills
Mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws

Benefits

Comp & perks

Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
Company-paid life and disability insurance
401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Discounted insurance plans for auto, home and pet
Internal progression opportunities
Incentive compensation based on company and individual performance
Annual long-term incentive consideration
Flexible work program allowing virtual work and in-person collaboration
Relocation benefits if the position shifts to in-person work and eligibility requirements are met