Job Description

FLSA Status: Exempt, Salary

Reports To: Project Manager III

Job Type: Full-Time, Regular

About Eocene Environmental Group:

Our team has spent the past two decades providing environmental, utility vegetation management (UVM), software and sustainability services. We are fortunate to be a part of the Wright Service Corp. family, which has helped us establish a strong foundation for continued growth and success.

Through a strategic alignment of values and goals, four Wright Service Corp. entities joined and integrated into one, operating as Eocene Environmental Group. These four entities are:

• Forestry & Utility Division
• Environmental Division
• Technology & Innovation Division
• Sustainability Division

JOB SUMMARY: The Environmental Drilling Project Manager leads safe, efficient, and compliant drilling operations to support environmental investigations and geotechnical projects. This role is responsible for planning and overseeing field operations, managing crews and equipment, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, and delivering high-quality data to support project goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:

• Propose, plan and manage environmental drilling projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, regulatory standards, and company values
• Coordinate with project managers and environmental staff to integrate drilling activities into broader environmental solutions
• Monitor project budgets, timelines, and quality metrics
• Lead and mentor drilling crews, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Conduct training on equipment operation, safety protocols, and environmental compliance
• Promote employee ownership values through collaboration and shared success
• Ensure all drilling activities comply with federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• Maintain accurate field documentation, including boring logs, sample records, and chain-of-custody forms
• Support data collection and reporting for site characterization and remediation
• Oversee mobilization, maintenance, and inventory of drilling equipment and supplies
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to ensure timely and cost-effective service delivery
• Represent the company in the field and during client interactions, demonstrating professionalism and technical competence
• Assist in proposal development, cost estimating, and scope definition
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements and service expansion throughout Midwest
• Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s and Eocene Environmental Group's culture of safety and employee ownership
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintain knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Position requires some outside travel

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in environmental or geotechnical drilling operations
• Class A CDL or be able to obtain within 60 days of employment
• Strong knowledge of drilling methods, including hollow stem auger, direct push, and rotary techniques
• Familiarity with environmental sampling and remediation practices
• Proven leadership abilities and team management experience
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Demonstrated reliability, strong work ethic, and effective time management
• Professional attitude with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfortable interacting daily with clients, contractors, and internal team members
• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Heavy equipment operation certifications
• 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification
• General operation and maintenance skills relating to heavy equipment
• Previous technical and/or field experience implementing or contributing to environmental projects
• Management of projects and employees

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