What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Technical Manager, Project Manager-Geoscientist/ Seller Doer position at WSP in the U.S.?
Job Description
This Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Technical Manager, Project Manager and Seller/Doer to lead environmental site characterization and remediation projects in our Brentwood, TN, Knoxville, TN, Memphis, TN, or Birmingham, AL offices. This role combines technical project management skills with business development responsibilities. The successful candidate will be tasked with managing each phase of site assessment and remediation, while actively engaging clients and developing new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
This Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Technical Manager, Project Manager and Seller/Doer to lead environmental site characterization and remediation projects in our Brentwood, TN, Knoxville, TN, Memphis, TN, or Birmingham, AL offices. This role combines technical project management skills with business development responsibilities. The successful candidate will be tasked with managing each phase of site assessment and remediation, while actively engaging clients and developing new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage environmental site characterization and remediation projects, focusing on technical excellence and client satisfaction.
- Develop and execute project plans, budgets, schedules, and deliverables in accordance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
- Coordinate field assessments, sampling programs, data analysis, and report preparation for soil, groundwater, and vapor intrusion assessments.
- Oversee remediation design, implementation, operation, and monitoring.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, regulators, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Identify new business opportunities, prepare proposals, and lead presentations to prospective clients.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Mentor and supervise project staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Strong commitment to health and safety protocols during all project phases.
- Track and report project financial performance, proactively managing risks and changes.
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
- 10 years of progressive experience in environmental site characterization and remediation project management.
- Demonstrated success in client development and business growth within the environmental consulting industry.
- Strong understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, state-specific programs).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical report writing and proposal development.
- Proven leadership and team management abilities.
- Proficiency with project management software and tools.
- Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PE, PG) preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER and current 8-Hour Refresher (required)
- Flexibility to travel based on project-specific or business development requirements.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Strong networking skills and a passion for building lasting client relationships.