Environmental Due Diligence Program Manager

Environmental Due Diligence Program Manager

Irvine, CA | Full-Time | $145,000–$160,000/year

About the Role

A senior-level opportunity for an experienced environmental professional to lead and grow a company-wide environmental due diligence practice. This role blends technical leadership, client engagement, business development, and staff mentorship, with a strong focus on Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs). Reports to a Regional Director.

What You'll Do

Program Leadership

• Lead and continuously improve the firm's environmental due diligence practice across all offices
• Establish consistent standards for pricing, staffing, project execution, QA/QC, templates, and technology
• Monitor ASTM, EPA All Appropriate Inquiries (AAI), and regulatory developments; integrate updates into firm-wide procedures

Technical Oversight

• Provide senior technical review for Phase I ESAs and related due diligence work
• Guide defensible determinations of RECs, CRECs, HRECs, Business Environmental Risks, and de minimis conditions
• Lead complex, high-risk, or high-profile assignments and help teams develop scopes, budgets, and risk-management strategies

Staff Development

• Mentor and coach project managers and technical staff in technical judgment, writing, and client communication
• Develop and implement training programs to build staff proficiency and support succession planning
• Use project work as deliberate development opportunities for junior and mid-level staff

Business Development & Client Relations

• Expand the practice by cultivating relationships with real estate, legal, lending, development, and corporate clients
• Lead proposals, interviews, and strategic business development pursuits
• Collaborate across service areas to identify integrated service opportunities
• Represent the firm at industry organizations and conferences

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, or a related field
• 10+ years of environmental consulting experience, with substantial Phase I ESA experience
• Strong command of ASTM E1527, EPA AAI rule, and environmental due diligence standards
• Experience advising clients on transaction risk, Phase II investigations, remediation, regulatory closure, and risk management
• Demonstrated ability to develop business and maintain client relationships
• Proven project management skills across budgets, schedules, scope, and quality
• Experience developing standardized procedures and improving operational efficiency across teams
• Ability to lead cross-office initiatives and build alignment without direct authority
• Professional registration (PE, PG, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred

Work Environment & Travel

• Office-based with occasional site visits and client meetings; up to 15% travel, including some overnight
• Must be able to obtain medical clearance for hazardous waste sites
• Must be able to work extended hours during high-demand periods

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $145,000–$160,000 annually
• Employee ownership (ESOP) and 401(k) profit-sharing
• Incentive compensation and bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Strong training and career advancement opportunities