Environmental Project Manager

Company: Haley Ward
Location: Saco
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Are you looking for an opportunity to join a growing 100% employee-owned company that offers professional development, work life balance and community engagement? Do you enjoy navigating complex permitting pathways and working collaboratively to help clients move projects forward responsibly and efficiently? If so, join the team at Haley Ward, one of the Best Places to Work in Maine™ & Best Firms to Work For™ in the country- and receive a $2,500 signing bonus! About Our Company At Haley Ward, our team of close to 300 employee-owners values accountability, technical excellence, and collaboration. We provide high-quality environmental and engineering services to clients throughout the Northeast. Our work philosophy emphasizes teamwork, mentoring, and direct communication to deliver successful outcomes and lasting partnerships. Why Join Haley Ward $2,500 signing bonus Competitive salary Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans or - Paid monthly stipend if you have health insurance elsewhere! Generous company matched 401(k) plan with a Roth provision Paid Time Off (PTO) Eleven (11) paid holidays, including a creative holiday schedule Life insurance (company paid) Short and long-term disability insurance (company paid) Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Accounts Culture that provides work-life balance, professional development and is community driven And much more What You’ll Do Technical Leading and managing environmental projects and client relationships in the Saco, Maine, area. Overseeing, coordinating, and reviewing work of engineers, scientists, technicians, and designers. Identify and schedule resources from within our technical staff and subconsultants to execute the tasks of work necessary to complete the projects. Managing environmental permitting and environmental compliance projects including Phase I ESA’s, Phase II ESAs, NEPAs, natural resource, stormwater, wastewater, groundwater, and solid waste projects. Developing scopes, schedules, and budgets based on project needs and monitoring financial performance of projects. Reviewing and executing project contracts. Business Development Responsibilities Identifies and develops new business opportunities in Environmental Division. Cultivate professional relationships in commercial, institutional, industrial and municipal environments to enhance and expand client relationships. Grows client base through effective implementation of business development plans to increase the clients and projects in New England. Maintains effective sales effort to achieve business development goals. Seeks and identifies new work associated with existing projects and clients. Promote and cross-sell services from other areas of the company. Builds partnerships with other strategic consultants and subcontractors to expand upon teaming opportunities. Promotes positive client relations to obtain repeat business from existing clients, including client visits and phone calls to strengthen client relationships. Professional & Organizational Responsibilities Develops an understanding of the client’s interests and goals and our role in their success. Maintains a neat and orderly work area which will allow access to project information to other team members. Understands job specific health & safety requirements and performs work safely. Takes an active role in career development. Incorporates the following values of the company into daily activities: Accountability Responsiveness Stewardship Collaboration Prudence Empowerment What You’ll Bring BS in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences or related programs. Minimum of 10 years of related industry & project management experience is desired. Knowledge of the principles and practices relating to appropriate discipline. Progressive ability, capacity, and aptitude in administration to plan, organize, supervise, and coordinate projects and to effectively update and communicate with client on technical matters. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Valid driver's license & reliable transportation required. A criminal background check and driving record check will be conducted. Haley Ward is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other federally protected class established by law. Location: Saco, Maine; (reliably commute or relocation required)

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