Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers
Brownfield redevelopment specialists plan and oversee the cleanup and reuse of contaminated industrial and commercial properties. They work for environmental consulting firms, real estate development companies, government agencies, and property management organizations to assess site conditions, coordinate remediation efforts, and prepare land for new development.
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A day in the work
A typical week involves site inspections to document contamination levels, meetings with environmental engineers and contractors to plan cleanup strategies, and review of regulatory compliance documentation. Specialists prepare project budgets, monitor remediation progress, coordinate with property owners and local agencies, and track timelines. Office work includes report writing, permit applications, and coordination with multiple stakeholders.
Who this work suits
Holland code CER. Conventional work is organized, detail-oriented work with clear procedures. Aptly’s interest assessment scores you on the same six scales.
You likely enjoy solving complex operational and business problems, value practical results, and work well managing multiple parties toward concrete goals. People in this role typically balance analytical thinking about environmental science with the drive to move projects forward and see contaminated land returned to productive use.
What it takes
Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most people in this occupation hold a bachelor’s degree.
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
Who is hiring
Openings right now
- Program Manager (Deputy Site Manager) · Department of Energy Headquarters · Plainsboro, New Jersey · $174347–$197200
- Data Center Site Selection Manager · Vultr · USA · Remote
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Pay by state
| State | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $146,190 | $182,950 | $227,670 | 10,630 |
| District of Columbia | $156,730 | $175,720 | $195,190 | 18,570 |
| California | $132,000 | $174,560 | $221,560 | 99,580 |
| Colorado | $135,790 | $171,140 | $215,440 | 14,060 |
| Delaware | $130,670 | $168,060 | $209,180 | 1,280 |
| New York | $124,530 | $167,200 | $221,680 | 18,470 |
| Virginia | $138,670 | $166,230 | $195,190 | 21,560 |
| Rhode Island | $130,150 | $165,900 | $205,840 | 790 |
| Washington | $129,620 | $164,160 | $207,160 | 10,490 |
| Connecticut | $119,120 | $162,690 | $201,600 | 7,330 |
| New Jersey | $113,930 | $161,510 | $203,960 | 30,270 |
| Maryland | $124,590 | $159,040 | $185,220 | 17,530 |
All 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico
Certifications people in this field hold
- Water Loss Specialist (WLS) — Restoration Industry Association
- Home Care Specialist - Compliance (HCS-C) — Board of Medical Specialty Coding and Compliance
Training
Aptly members see WIOA-approved programs, colleges and certificates near them, with completion and earnings data, on every Path plan.
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Four short assessments and your background, scored against brownfield redevelopment specialists and site managers and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 11-9199.11 · O*NET OnLine. Pay: BLS OEWS May 2025, annual, U.S. Employment counts are national.