Senior Construction Manager

Senior Construction Manager (Environmental Construction)

Earth Systems Response & Restoration
 Full-Time | Hybrid (Texas-Based) | High Travel

Location: Texas (Remote with required travel to Austin or Midland as needed)
Travel: High (Field-based project travel across Texas and surrounding regions)

Position Overview

Earth Systems Response & Restoration, an environmental consulting and remediation firm, is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to lead field execution of complex environmental remediation and environmental construction projects.

This role represents a senior-level field and project execution position, responsible for managing complex project scopes, overseeing multiple crews, and driving field performance across active sites, while operating within a consulting-driven project structure. Work is executed in alignment with engineering design, regulatory requirements, and client objectives.

The Senior Construction Manager works closely with engineers, project managers, and operations leadership, serving as a key field resource to ensure successful project delivery across multiple concurrent activities.

This is a hybrid role with remote flexibility when not in the field; however, it requires frequent travel to project sites and the ability to report to Austin or Midland offices as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Construction Execution

• Lead field execution of complex environmental remediation and construction projects 
• Manage excavation, soil management, containment systems, remediation system installations, and site restoration activities 
• Execute remedial action plans in accordance with engineering design and project specifications 

Field Leadership & Oversight

• Manage and oversee multiple field crews, subcontractors, and remediation teams across active sites 
• Coordinate equipment, materials, and workforce planning to support project demands 
• Monitor project schedules, field productivity, and work quality across multiple scopes 
• Identify field challenges and implement solutions to maintain project progress 

Environmental Compliance

• Ensure all remediation activities align with regulatory requirements, permits, and environmental standards 
• Oversee environmental monitoring, soil management, and waste handling activities 
• Maintain accurate field documentation and support project reporting requirements 

Safety

• Lead project-level safety efforts including safety meetings, JSAs, and hazard assessments 
• Enforce OSHA safety standards and HAZWOPER requirements across all field operations 
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across crews and project sites 

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management, Geology, or related field OR equivalent combination of field experience and demonstrated leadership in environmental remediation or construction 
• 7–10 years of experience in environmental remediation, environmental construction, or environmental consulting field operations 
• Experience managing multiple crews, subcontractors, and field operations 
• Strong background in remediation construction execution and field leadership 
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and remediation plans 
• Strong coordination, decision-making, and problem-solving skills 
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record 
• Ability to travel frequently and work in field environments 

Preferred / Bonus

• OSHA 30 Certification 
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification 
• Experience with groundwater remediation systems (e.g., SVE, air sparging, treatment systems) 
• Experience working within an environmental consulting or remediation services firm 

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This role includes both field work and administrative responsibilities. Work is performed on active remediation and construction sites, including industrial facilities and brownfield redevelopment projects.

• Participating in safety and project coordination meetings 
• Navigating uneven terrain, excavation areas, and active job sites 
• Climbing slopes, ladders, and equipment 
• Standing for extended periods; bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching 
• Lifting and carrying materials up to 40 pounds 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance 
• 401(k) with Company Match 
• Paid Time Off and Holidays 
• Career growth within environmental consulting, remediation, and construction projects 

About Earth Systems Response & Restoration

Earth Systems Response & Restoration operates within an environmental consulting framework, delivering remediation, compliance, and environmental construction services across commercial, industrial, and energy-sector clients. Our work bridges engineering design and real-world field execution.

Equal Opportunity & Compliance Statement

Earth Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Earth Systems is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record review, as applicable to the position.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Earth Systems does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

EnviroTrac Alignment

Earth Systems is an EnviroTrac Company. Affiliated Companies: Earth Systems · Earth Systems Response & Restoration · Bio-Tech Consulting · Envirotactics · Spangler Environmental · EnviroTrac. Together, we provide environmental consulting, remediation, and compliance services across multiple states, supporting commercial, industrial, and energy-sector clients.