Senior Environmental and Historic Preservation Project Manager

Terracon

. Manage all aspects of large-scale and complex facilities, materials, environmental, or geotechnical engineering projects .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeGlendale Heights • Illinois • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing large-scale engineering projects, including defining project scope, schedule, and budget, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality practices. Proficient in resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication to drive project success.

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Project ManagementCost EstimationRisk ManagementClient InteractionSafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Project Scope DefinitionBudget DevelopmentSchedule ManagementDesign PreparationResource AllocationOperational Problem ResolutionQuality Standards MonitoringEnvironmental EngineeringGeotechnical EngineeringMaterials Engineering

Soft Skills

CoachingMentoringCommunicationCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Project Management SoftwareFinancial Management ToolsInvoicing SystemsQuality Review Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE)Professional Geologist (PG)Authorized Project Reviewer

Industry Keywords

Environmental ScienceGeologyFacilities EngineeringSafety PlansProject Oversight

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage all aspects of large-scale and complex facilities, materials, environmental, or geotechnical engineering projects
Define project scope, schedule, and budget with clients or NAM
Lead interactions with clients and stakeholders
Design, communicate, and implement project plans
Lead safety efforts and ensure compliance with approved safety plans
Resolve operational problems and minimize delays
Identify, develop, and gather resources needed to complete projects
Prepare designs and work specifications; develop schedules, budgets, and forecasts; select materials, equipment, project staff, and contractors
Estimate costs, resources, and time required
Monitor activities, allocate resources, and assign tasks to meet targets
Partner with departments or offices to secure specialized project resources
Conduct project meetings and prepare status reports
Coach and mentor project staff
Coordinate with APR for project oversight and quality reviews
Coordinate with accounting for financial management, invoicing, and collections
Identify project-related risks and follow company risk policies
Promote safe work environments and pre-task planning
Monitor and improve project quality standards and practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline practiced by the Firm, including Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology, and a minimum of 10 years’ related experience
In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 14 years’ related experience
A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required
Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), or similar professional registration/certification relevant to the type of services and projects being managed (preferred)
Authorized Project Reviewer status (preferred)