Project Manager III Ecological Restoration

At RES were looking for purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about restoration and sustainability and who want their work to make a lasting environmental impact. Our team members go above and beyond bringing initiative integrity and a strong work ethic to every project. Collaboration is keywe thrive on teamwork open communication and diverse a field that constantly changes we value those who are resilient adaptable and resourceful in the face of challenges. If youre intellectually curious eager to learn and ready to help restore ecosystems and protect natural resources youll find your place here.

Were looking for aProject Manager III to lead complex restoration projects with full autonomy. Youll oversee multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors navigate regulatory frameworks and drive high-quality delivery from planning to close-out. If youre ready to step into a leadership role that balances strategic thinking with boots-on-the-ground impactthis is your opportunity.

Youll work from one of our regional offices or project hubs collaborating with internal scientists engineers and field teams as well as clients agencies and subcontractors. Travel typically ranges from 10 to 25% especially during field execution and key regulatory milestones.

• Youll lead high-impact restoration projects from start to finish
• Youll be given autonomy and trusted to make critical decisions
• Youll mentor junior staff and help build a stronger smarter PM team
• Youll influence long-term environmental outcomes and see your impact on the ground
• Youll join a company where science teamwork and restoration align

A Day in the Life

Your days will be dynamicbalancing technical planning with field realities. Youll start by finalizing your Risk Register and Project Plan check in with your design and construction teams and follow up on the afternoon you might visit a restoration site to coordinate with subcontractors and monitor progress then report on budget performance and percent complete.

Youll use RESs PM Best Practices (Opportunity Charters Risk Registers MS Project schedules) to manage scope risk and timelines. Whether youre speaking with regulators adjusting plans due to unexpected site conditions or presenting updates to a clientyoull lead with clarity purpose and professionalism.

We would love to talk to you if you have many of the following:

• A Bachelors degree in applied sciences engineering or construction (or equivalent experience)
• At least 10years of experience in environmental restoration or construction-related fields
• 6 years of direct project management experience
• Advanced knowledge of project management tools and documentation practices
• Strong background in regulatory processes and permit management
• Experience managing budgets subcontractors schedules and multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage risk scope and client expectations
• Demonstrated success usingPM Best Practices (Charters Risk Registers BMPs)
• Ability to mentor junior PMs or lead project teams across departments
• Familiarity with financial reporting forecasting and project margin tracking

What Will Make You Stand Out

• PMP certification PE/PG license or an advanced degree
• Experience leading multi-phase mitigation conservation or restoration projects

Please note that the Day in the Life section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of job duties but rather a representative snapshot of typical responsibilities and work experiences at RES.

RES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.