The Carolinas Environmental Manager will work closely with the Southeast Regional Leadership Team to manage and grow the Environmental Services in the Carolinas. The Environmental Manager will create and implement business development initiatives; manage clients and projects; manage field work and schedules; and, help train and mentor staff.
The successful candidate will be well versed in environmental consulting services within Land Development which may include, but not be limited to: wetland/stream delineations, threatened and endangered species habitat surveys, Section 404/401 Permitting, stormwater compliance inspections. Additional experience in Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, and/or Brownfields Redevelopment is a plus, but not a requirement. The ideal candidate will be an energetic seller/doer with a strong professional network in the Carolinas and the desire to grow our existing team. This position is based out of the Charlotte, North Carolina office.
Duties
Attend divisional business development meetings as well as relevant regional and market business development meetings, sometimes after-hours
Review technical reports, prepare proposals and lead proposal teams as necessary
Through a respectful, constructive, and energetic style, provide leadership and career development opportunities to 2-3 existing staff members in the Charlotte, North Carolina office to foster a success-oriented and accountable environment
Project and program management, including tracking project budgets, heavy client interaction, scheduling staff, reviewing deliverables, interacting with agency representatives, etc
Networking with prospective clients and pursuit of prospects via Business Development activities such as lunches, events, etc
Maintain/nurture existing client relationships
Join relevant organizations for community engagement and networking purposes
Develop thought leadership-articles, presentations, etc
Monitor industry trends and react accordingly
Collaborate with other Divisions and market sectors to cross-sell services across the firm
Continue building technical expertise and encourage staff to build technical expertise
Develop staff, backlog, and a client network to promote a long term sustainable environmental practice in the Carolinas
Grow our existing environmental practice in the Carolinas. Achieve key performance indicators and maintain productivity and profitability of the Carolinas Environmental group
Requirements
B.S. degree (minimum), preferably M.S., in environmental science, biology, geology, or engineering
10+ years of environmental consulting experience in wetland/stream delineations, threatened and endangered species habitat surveys, Section 404/401 Permitting, NEPA level studies and/or stormwater compliance inspections
Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), training in the North Carolina Wetland Assessment Method (NCWAM) and NC Stream Assessment Method (NCSAM) and/or a Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI) a plus
Additional experience or general knowledge in additional environmental due diligence services, such as Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, and/or Brownfields Redevelopment is a plus, but not a requirement
Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license a plus, but not a requirement
Experience leading and mentoring junior staff
Strong communication skills (active listening, written and oral)
Highly motivated, with excellent client service skills and attitude
Strong project management skills
Excellent technical writing ability
Organized multi-tasker with ability to meet deadlines
Strong problem-solving skills
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus
Ability to lift to 25 pounds
Benefits
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
Flexible Work Schedule
Health/Dental Insurance
401k Plan with Employer Match
Short & Long Term Disability
Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off
Leadership Development Program
Fitness Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Wellness Program
Team Building Events
Community Service Events
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education and Non-profit Organizations
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