Senior Environmental Project Manager

LaBella Associates

. Partner with regional and divisional leadership to develop and execute growth strategies for Regulated Building Materials, Environmental Due Diligence, and Brownfields services.

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRichmond • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Environmental Consulting, particularly in Regulated Building Materials, Environmental Due Diligence, and Brownfields services. Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and develop client relationships while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Environmental Consulting ExperienceRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeProject Management SkillsClient Relationship DevelopmentProposal Writing Expertise

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Hard Skills

Environmental AssessmentsPhase I Environmental Site AssessmentsPhase II Environmental Site AssessmentsBrownfields RedevelopmentAsbestos SurveysLead-Based Materials SurveysTechnical WritingProposal DevelopmentBudget ManagementStaffing Management

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizational Skills

Industry Keywords

Regulated Building MaterialsEnvironmental Due DiligenceEnvironmental ServicesConsulting ServicesClient ServiceBusiness DevelopmentNetworkingIndustry EventsQuality ReviewTechnical Oversight

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with regional and divisional leadership to develop and execute growth strategies for Regulated Building Materials, Environmental Due Diligence, and Brownfields services.
Serve as an Environmental Division leader and resource for other LaBella divisions.
Identify opportunities to incorporate environmental services into multidisciplinary projects, pursuits, and client relationships.
Develop and maintain client relationships and pursue new business opportunities.
Participate in client meetings, networking, industry events, presentations, proposal development, and pursuit strategy.
Prepare and lead proposals and pursuit teams.
Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, staffing, client communication, deliverables, and regulatory coordination.
Provide technical oversight and quality review of reports, proposals, and environmental deliverables.
Provide technical guidance for asbestos and lead-based materials surveys, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, Brownfields redevelopment, environmental assessments, and remediation services.
Conduct field work as appropriate.
Mentor, train, and develop junior environmental staff.
Support collaboration, accountability, technical excellence, professional growth, and knowledge sharing.
Monitor workload, staffing, project capacity, and resource needs.
Collaborate with Environmental Managers and technical staff throughout LaBella.
Represent LaBella with clients, regulatory agencies, industry organizations, and the community.

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in environmental science, biology, geology, or engineering.
20+ years of progressive environmental consulting experience, preferably with significant experience in one or more of the following areas: Regulated Building Materials, Environmental Due Diligence, and/or Brownfields.
Strong understanding of environmental consulting services and regulatory requirements related to RBM, Environmental Due Diligence, Brownfields, or related environmental services.
Strong business acumen and understanding of the financial and operational aspects of professional consulting services.
Proven ability to mentor, train, and develop junior staff and help build high-performing teams.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and organizational teams.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong proposal writing, technical writing, and presentation skills.
Highly motivated with a strong commitment to client service and business development.
Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment.
Willingness to travel throughout Virginia as needed.
Regularly required to sit or stand.
Close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus required.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Work Schedule
Health/Dental Insurance
401k Plan with Employer Match
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long Term Disability
Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off
Leadership Development Program
Fitness Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Wellness Program
Team Building Events
Community Service Events
Year-end incentive pay