Overview:
The Axel Group is seeking an Environmental Assistant Project Manager for our client's team. Our client is a well-established and highly respected engineering and consulting firm with a strong presence throughout the Northeast. Known for delivering innovative infrastructure, environmental, and geotechnical solutions, the company partners with both public and private sector clients on impactful projects that shape local communities and regional development. This role offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative environment with experienced professionals on diverse, high-profile projects, supporting your career growth within a stable and forward-thinking organization.

Responsibilities:

• Support a variety of environmental investigation, remediation, and compliance projects for public and private sector clients throughout New Jersey and the Northeast.
• Assist with site assessments, environmental sampling, and technical reporting.
• Coordinate and oversee site inspections, soil, groundwater, sediment, vapor sampling, and subsurface investigations in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Support environmental due diligence activities including Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• Assist in monitoring well installation and other sampling activities, and evaluate environmental data to determine contamination extent.
• Interpret groundwater flow and contaminant migration data to help develop remediation recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports, environmental summaries, and regulatory submissions.
• Coordinate with laboratories, subcontractors, field teams, and internal staff to ensure project success.
• Track project schedules, budgets, and deliverables, communicating progress effectively to senior staff and clients.
• Utilize environmental software and data management tools for analysis and project planning.
• Support regulatory compliance and permitting efforts with relevant agencies.
• Participate in proposal development, cost estimates, and bid preparations.
• Mentor junior staff and interns during fieldwork.
• Travel to project sites throughout New Jersey and surrounding states as needed for field activities and client support.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• 3-6+ years of experience in environmental consulting, field investigation, or remediation.
• At least 2 years of environmental project management experience.
• Strong familiarity with environmental site assessments, soil and groundwater sampling, and environmental compliance activities.
• Experience working with NJDEP regulations and reporting is a plus.
• Excellent technical writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and environmental data management software.
• Willingness to travel across New Jersey and surrounding areas for fieldwork and client support.
• Familiarity with Phase II Environmental Site Assessments and experience in environmental investigations is desired.

Compensation:
Salary up to $90,000 annually.

Additional Details:
This position is full-time and may require travel throughout the region based on project needs. The company offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and involvement in meaningful projects.