Description

SUMMARY:

The Environmental Director position is responsible for providing overall leadership, direction, and oversight to the staff you supervise. This includes, but is not limited to, establishing and implementing the group’s objectives, developing, and implementing growth strategies for both individuals and the Group, and ensuring these strategies and plans are in alignment with the overall company vision. The Environmental Director monitors and ensures staffing levels are adequate and that all personnel possess the competencies and skills necessary to support growth and the delivery of professional work products and that group goals are achieved. The Environmental Director reports directly to the Environmental Principal or in some cases, the Managing Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related fields.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience of project management within the environmental sector.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing staff.
• Professional Geologist (PG) certification is a plus.
• Proven experience in project proposal writing.
• Expertise in waste and groundwater remediation.
• Familiarity with waste permitting and waste compliance.
• Leadership training and experience leading interdisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of risk management principles and practices.

ATTRIBUTES: 

• Self-Directed – Shows initiative and the ability to organize oneself. 
• Critical Thinker – Strong problem-solving skills with ability to analyze and assess issues quickly.
• Communicator - Ability to succinctly convey information. Comfortable with communicating everything from organizational goals to specific tasks to all levels easily. 
• Strategic - Ability to develop strategies to approach tasks and plans to accomplish them. Comfortable with delegation. 
• Developer - Prioritizes personal growth and team development. 
• Passion – Enthusiasm and respect for the type of work we do, the company vision, and the people who work for us. 
• Emotional Intelligence – Capability to identify, manage, evaluate, and understand their own emotions and the people around them. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage environmental projects related to waste and groundwater remediation.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Utilize your expertise in project proposal writing to develop compelling proposals for new initiatives and client projects.
• Directly manage staff and project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in waste and groundwater remediation, providing guidance and support to team members.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards, including waste permitting and waste compliance.
• Implement risk management strategies to mitigate environmental hazards and ensure worker safety.
• Utilize leadership training to inspire and motivate team members to achieve excellence in their work.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders, utilizing your client network to drive business growth and expansion.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Physical The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk, see, or hear. The employee may be required to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 20 pounds. 

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. The employee may handle emergency and/or crisis situations. 

ADDITIONAL COMPANY INFORMATION:

The above Job Description is a written statement of facts describing the scope, responsibilities, and organizational relationships of this position as it is. It is intended to provide a clear picture of the position’s role within the organization.

This job description is subject to change as Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC evolves, and in no way implies that this description includes all the duties associated with this position. Job duties related to this position may be added/removed from the job description as needed. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC depends on its employees to assess current positions and update position description as duties change, responsibilities increase/decrease, technology improvements occur, or because of any other factors which may impact the success of such position. 

Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC is committed to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. It is the policy of Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC to be nondiscriminatory in all matters regarding the selection, recruiting, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, work assignment, scheduling, compensation of employees, and any or all other terms and conditions of employment. The company does not unlawfully discriminate based on any applicable, legally protected classification or characteristics, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability. Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at HumanResources@providenceeng.com.

Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled