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Carnow, Conibear & Assoc., Ltd., a leading environmental, health and safety consulting firm located in downtown Chicago, has an excellent opportunity for:
Senior Project Manager-Environmental Engineering
Carnow, Conibear & Associates (Carnow Conibear) is a trusted leader in environmental, health, and safety consulting with more than 50 years of experience serving public and private sector clients. Our firm is known for delivering science based solutions, technical excellence, and responsive client service. We are dedicated to protecting human health and the environment while helping our clients meet regulatory and operational objectives.
Carnow Conibear is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager – Environmental Engineering to lead and manage complex environmental projects across a diverse client base. This role is ideal for a seasoned environmental professional with strong technical expertise, proven leadership skills, and the ability to manage multidisciplinary projects from conception through completion.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for project execution, client relationship management, regulatory compliance, client acquisition, client development, and mentoring technical staff. Project work may include site investigations, remediation oversight, environmental compliance, and other environmental engineering services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and coordinate all phases of environmental engineering and assessment projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
- Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and staffing plans; monitor project performance and profitability.
- Manage all assigned projects properly to ensure they are profitable, within budget, and completed on time.
- Serve as a primary client contact, supporting business development and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Lead technical execution of projects, including Site Remediation Program, Leaking Underground Storage Tank, Resource Conservation Recovery Act, and other regulatory cleanup projects.
- Conduct and oversee all types of environmental investigations, assessments, and sampling as applicable.
- Generate remediation design and specifications for privately and publicly bid projects.
- Manage technical staff overseeing remedial activities.
- Respond to emergency situations and concerns quickly, communicate important facts to supervisor, and manage the remediation activities to completion.
- Develop, review, and sign off on technical reports, project designs, and regulatory submittals.
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations (IEPA, EPA, IDPH, OSHA, RCRA, TSCA, HUD, etc.)
- Provide technical mentorship, training, and oversight to junior staff.
- Support department leadership with workload planning, staff development, and process improvement.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, QA/QC procedures, and health and safety standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, geology, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, engineering, or regulatory project work.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex environmental projects, budgets, and schedules.
- Strong working knowledge of environmental regulations and standards (IDPH, EPA, OSHA, HUD).
- Professional licenses preferred, including:
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
- Professional Geologist (PG) license
- Excellent technical writing, data interpretation, and report preparation skills
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage subcontractors, and coordinate multiple active projects.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem solving skills.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally.
- Mileage reimbursement provided
Preferred Skills:
- Experience overseeing environmental remediation or abatement contractors.
- Strong construction background.
- Familiarity with environmental modeling, sampling design, or remediation technologies.
- Experience with digital inspection platforms, environmental databases, or mobile field reporting tools.
- Ability to manage high volume, technically complex projects in a fast paced consulting environment.
- Interest in staff mentorship, leadership development, and departmental growth.
Carnow, Conibear & Associates, Ltd. is a leading environmental, health, and safety consulting firm located in downtown Chicago. We are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support the Finance Department with daily accounting activities, accurate recordkeeping, and timely financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate accounting records and general ledger entries
- Prepare basic journal entries and assist with account reconciliations
- Support month end, quarter end, and year end close activities
- Assist with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including invoicing, billing, and payments
- Review and process employee expense reports
- Help prepare financial reports and perform basic data analysis
- Set up and maintain project accounts and financial coding
- Respond to internal accounting questions and work with Finance, HR, and Operations teams
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Ability to work independently with appropriate guidance
- Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards
Qualifications & Preferred Credentials
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- 2–4 years of accounting or related experience
- Experience assisting with reconciliations, month end close, or financial reporting preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
- Experience with Deltek Ajera or similar accounting software
- Experience in a professional services or project based environment
Competitive base salary starting at $60,000-$75,000, commensurate with experience
- Three health insurance plans
- Dental and vision insurance
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- 401k retirement plan with employer match
- Commuter transit benefit
- A Flexible Spending Account
- Educational & Licensing reimbursement
- Paid sick leave days
- Paid holidays
- Paid personal days
- Paid vacation with incremental increases based on time at the company
- Eligibility for year-end performance bonus!
Candidates shall submit resumes to: