What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resources Department Manager position at ECS Group of Companies?
Are you passionate about natural resources while driving impactful environmental consulting projects? ECS is looking for an experienced results-driven Natural Resources Department Manager to lead and grow our Natural Resources team in the Atlanta market.
This role combines technical expertise with leadership and business development, offering a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of natural resources throughout Atlanta and surrounding markets.
What You'll Do:
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of environmental scientists, technicians, and project managers
- Foster a collaborative, growth-oriented culture that encourages technical excellence and accountability
- Manage department operations including workload allocation, scheduling, team development, and resource planning
Project Oversight & Technical Expertise
- Oversee and review technical reports for wetland delineations, ecological assessments, stream and habitat restoration, threatened and endangered species surveys, and permitting deliverables
- Direct field investigations and QA/QC processes for natural resources projects in compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations
- Guide junior staff in understanding how field data informs conclusions in ecological reports
- Engage in fieldwork as needed to support team or project deliverables
Business Development & Client Engagement
- Lead strategic business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, preparing competitive proposals, and cultivating client relationships across the public and private sectors
- Represent ECS in pre-application meetings and regulatory agency discussions to support clients through permitting and compliance processes
- Promote ECS’s natural resources services, including environmental permitting, stream/wetland mitigation, habitat restoration, and due diligence support
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, or related field
- Must have 10 or more years of relevant experience in natural resources consulting, environmental permitting, or ecological restoration
- Proven ability to develop business and maintain client relationships in the Texas market
- Management or supervisory experience
- Strong working knowledge of Clean Water Act Section 404/401, Endangered Species Act, and other relevant regulations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Salary : $115,000 - $165,000
