Job purpose

Senior Project Manager oversees the overall performance of the hazardous materials (Haz. Mat.) Department. The Senior Project Manager will lead, manage and execute complex environmental projects from initiation through completion, ensuring technical excellence, client satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and financial success. This role requires strong leadership skills, business development acumen, and the ability to mentor junior staff while managing client relationships and Athenica’s collection of projects.

Success in this role will be measured by the ability to balance competing priorities such as schedule adherence, budget control, technical integrity, and client satisfaction — all while maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical expertise, operational insight, and client-facing professionalism to effectively manage a diverse portfolio of large-scale environmental projects.

Duties and responsibilities

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary environmental projects, including site investigations, remediation, permitting, compliance, and sustainability initiatives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring strong communication, satisfaction, and long-term relationship development.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and deliverables in alignment with client and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee project teams, providing leadership, technical direction, and mentorship to staff at varying levels.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and standards.
• Prepare and review technical reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions as needed to meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal writing, client presentations, and participation in networking or industry events.
• Drive quality, safety, and risk management across all projects.
• Establishes overall objectives and deadlines for all projects,
• Identifies keys resources and assigns them for successful completion of projects,
• Serves as Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) officer for group,
• Performs final peer review of most project deliverables and proposals,
• Meets financial objectives by preparing budget, and analyzing project costs,
• As required, interacts with regulatory agencies and clients,
• Provides necessary technical and administrative training to Haz. Mat. staff,
• Assists the Principal and President with the recruiting of new staff and with the developing of existing staff.

Qualifications

The Senior Project Manager will require a minimum of twenty-five years of professional experience in the environmental consulting industry and have a degree in the environmental sciences and/or engineering fields (Master’s Degree preferred). Professional registration or certification preferred (e.g., PE, PG, PMP, CHMM). Proven track record managing complex environmental projects from start to finish Strong knowledge of environmental regulations (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, Brownfield and OER; state and city specific programs).

Individual needs to possess excellent management and communication skills, both oral and written, as well as strong analytical abilities for the proper interpretation of findings and results.  Also, the position requires a comprehensive understanding of relevant environmental regulations and applicable guidance documents pertaining to environmental site assessments (Phase I ESAs and Phase II ESAs) and remediation.

Working conditions

The position demands compliance with complex regulations and schedules established by clients.  Due to the latter, some weekend work is required for completion of project deliverables.

Physical requirements

No physical requirements for this position.

Competencies

·        Diversity: Understands and supports EEO policies; respects cultural differences; fosters an inclusive, harassment-free workplace.

·        Ethics: Maintains integrity and ethical behavior; earns trust through respect and dependability.

·        Attendance & Punctuality: Demonstrates reliability in work attendance and timeliness; ensures responsibilities are managed when absent.

·        Dependability: Follows through on commitments; accepts responsibility for actions; adapts to extended work hours when needed to meet goals.

·        Communication: Effectively communicates in various settings, actively listens, participates in meetings and group discussions, and is a team player.

Employment Classification

·        Employment type: Full-time

·        FLSA Status: Exempt

·        Reports to: Principal and President of the Company

Range: $135,000 – $155,000

Please Note: All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory background check and drug screening.

Company Overview

Athenica Environmental Services, Inc., an established environmental consulting firm with over 35 years of experience, is seeking a results-driven Environmental Project Manager to join our growing team. This is a full-time, 100% on-site position at our Queens office with parking spot available.

We are looking for a highly experienced professional with 10+ years of environmental consulting, particularly within New York City and New York State regulatory frameworks; i.e. OER and Brownfields.

Job Summary

The Environmental Project Manager will independently manage environmental investigation and remediation projects from planning through execution. This role requires strong leadership, technical, expertise, and the ability to oversee multiple projects with minimal supervision.

Key responsibilities include developing project scopes, budgets, and schedules; managing staff and subcontractor; preparing technical reports and proposals; and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.

This position also involves direct and regular communication with clients and regulatory agencies, as well as mentoring junior staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project scope, schedule, and budget
• Lead project independently with minimal oversight from senior
• Oversee staff to ensure work is completed in accordance with project plans, regulations, and company standards
• Review and edit technical deliverables (reports, field documentation, data summaries, )
• Prepare proposals, technical reports, remedial action plans, and regulatory correspondence
• Manage project logistics and coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and consultants
• Review and approve invoices, timesheets, and expense reports
• Maintain consistent communication with clients, regulators, and internal teams
• Mentor and support junior staff
• Provide regular project updates to senior management, including risks and solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Professional license (P.E. or G.) a plus but not required.
• 10+ years of relevant environmental consulting
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (required)

Required Experience

• Strong knowledge of NYC and NYS environmental regulations
• Experience with:
  • NYC Office of Environmental Remediation (OER) programs
  • NYC E-designations and Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP)
  • NYSDEC regulations, including Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) and spill response
• Environmental due diligence (Phase I & Phase II ESAs)
• Subsurface investigations and remediation (soil, groundwater, vapor intrusion, )
• Proposal writing, budgeting, cost estimating, and report preparation
• Field investigation and remediation project management

Working Conditions

• Periodic fieldwork, which may be physically demanding
• Compliance with strict regulatory and project schedules
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required

Reporting Structure

This role reports directly to the Senior Project Manager/Director (HazMat) and includes mentorship and oversight of junior staff.

Core Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership and team management
• High ethical standards and professionalism
• Project Management and organizational skills
• Analytical think and problem-solving ability
• Accountability, reliability, and adaptability

Compensation & Employment Details

• Salary Range: $100,000 – $130,000
• Employment Type: Full-time
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with 4% Employer Match, 3 weeks of paid vacation, 10 yearly holidays, 5 paid sick days, and more.

*Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience or years of experience.

Note: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Job Summary

Asbestos Project Monitors / Air Sampling Technicians to serve as technical representatives on asbestos abatement projects across a variety of industries. We are open to training motivated individuals who have a strong work ethic and are interested in a long-term career in environmental health and safety.

Duties and  Responsibilities

• Supervise asbestos abatement activities to ensure full compliance with all Federal, State, and Local
• Perform air monitoring and determine final air clearance upon completion of abatement projects in and around the work Perform a detailed final visual for the completeness of the abatement and conduct final air clearance.
• Collect PCM and TEM air samples, maintain accurate chain-of-custody documentation, daily logs, and participate in project oversight and result reporting. TEM air samples as each project requires.
• Additional monitoring may involve Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) assessments, and asbestos or lead investigations and abatement oversight.
• Travel regularly within NYC (must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license).
• Drop off equipment to the office as needed
• Drop off samples to the laboratory as needed
• Download information to the office as needed
• Provide on a timesheet on a timely basis and operate timekeeping app efficiently; timesheets submitted every other week for approved by Project Manager

Required Qualifications

• NYSDOL Asbestos Project Monitor / Air Sampling Technician Certificate
• Valid Driver’s license and clean driving record
• Willingness to travel and work in field-based environments
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• High School diploma, or equivalent
• At least 3 years of relevant field experience
• NYCDOB 40-hour safety class
• Scaffolding training as required by NYCDOB
• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
• In-depth knowledge of standards, regulations, industry practices, and health/safety protocols related to environmental asbestos investigation and remediation

Competencies

• Diversity: Understands and supports EEO policies; respects cultural differences; fosters an inclusive, harassment-free workplace.
• Ethics: Maintains integrity and ethical behavior; earns trust through respect and
• Attendance & Punctuality: Demonstrates reliability in work attendance and timeliness; ensures responsibilities are managed when absent.
• Dependability: Follows through on commitments; accepts responsibility for actions; adapts to extended work hours when needed to meet goals.
• Oral Communication: Effectively communicates in various settings, actively listens, participates in meetings and group discussions, and is a team player.
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This role is a field position and requires travel 100% of the time, which may be physically strenuous, and demands compliance with complex regulations and schedules established by clients. As a result, some weekend or late-night work may be required to accommodate project schedules and for on-time completion of project deliverables.

Employment Classification

• Employment type: Part-time
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Reports to: Assistant Project Manager/Project Manager/Senior Project Manager, Asbestos/Industrial Hygiene

Range: $25 – $30 an hour, based on experience

Please Note: All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory background check and drug screening.

Job Purpose

US/EPA licensed Lead-Based Paint Risk Assessor in New York State to perform risk assessments and inspections on a variety of sites, public and private.

Duties and responsibilities

• Perform XRF Inspections, lead risk assessments and record all data in an efficient and precise manner.
• Collect samples for determination of lead-based paint content.
• Drop off equipment to the office as needed
• Drop off samples to the laboratory as needed
• Download information to the office as needed
• Provide on a timesheet on a timely basis and operate timekeeping app efficiently; timesheets submitted every other week for approved by Project Manager

Qualifications

Associate Degree in Environmental Science or similar field, or High School graduate with a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience may successfully substitute for education requirements and needs to have the following:

• USEPA Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor License
• NITTON/RMD Radiation training for the use of an
• Willingness/ ability to use tablet for field
• Good oral and written communication
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and good driving
• Position entails frequent travel throughout the 5 boroughs of New York
• OSHA-40

Working conditions

This role is a field position and requires travel 100% of the time, which may be physically strenuous, and demands compliance with complex regulations and schedules established by clients. As a result, some weekend or late-night work may be required to accommodate project schedules and for on-time completion of project deliverables.

Direct reports

The Lead-Based Paint Field Inspector/Assessor will report directly to the Project Manager, Lead/Industrial Hygiene.

Competencies

• Diversity: Understands and supports EEO policies; respects cultural differences; fosters an inclusive, harassment-free workplace.
• Ethics: Maintains integrity and ethical behavior; earns trust through respect and
• Attendance & Punctuality: Demonstrates reliability in work attendance and timeliness; ensures responsibilities are managed when absent.
• Communication: Effectively communicates in various settings, actively listens, participates in meetings and group discussions, and is a team player.
• Dependability: Follows through on commitments; accepts responsibility for actions; adapts to extended work hours when needed to meet goals.
• Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
• Motivation: Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish
• Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Employment Classification

• Employment type: Full-time or Part-time
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Reports to: Project Manager, Lead/Industrial Hygiene Range: $22 – $30 an hour

Please Note: All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory background check and drug screening.