Environmental Department Manager
Environmental Department Manager
My client is seeking an experienced Environmental Department Manager to lead and expand its Brownfield Redevelopment practice. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a professional who enjoys a combination of technical project oversight, team leadership, client engagement, and strategic growth.
The role offers the opportunity to take ownership of an established service line, strengthen industry partnerships, and help shape the future direction of the practice. The successful candidate will become a key resource for brownfield redevelopment initiatives while working closely with company leadership to drive continued growth.
Responsibilities
Lead and grow the Brownfield Redevelopment practice, working with leadership to drive strategic growth and future planning
Develop and maintain relationships with developers, municipalities, regulatory agencies, and industry stakeholders to expand business opportunities
Oversee brownfield redevelopment projects, including environmental investigation, remediation, redevelopment planning, and incentive utilization
Provide guidance on grants, tax incentives, and funding programs that support redevelopment efforts
Manage, mentor, and develop environmental staff while ensuring projects are properly staffed and executed
Monitor project performance, budgets, profitability, and overall department operations
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful project outcomes
Review technical deliverables and ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations and quality standards
Support proposal development, client management, and business development efforts
Serve as the department's primary brownfield resource and trusted advisor for clients and internal teams
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Planning, or a related field
Approximately 10+ years of experience supporting brownfield redevelopment, environmental restoration, or related consulting projects
Minimum 5 years of project leadership or management experience
Strong understanding of redevelopment programs, environmental investigations, and property revitalization initiatives
Experience working with public-sector and private-sector stakeholders
Knowledge of grant programs, redevelopment funding mechanisms, and incentive opportunities
Demonstrated success managing client relationships and developing new business opportunities
Ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities, and drive projects to completion
Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Professional registration is welcomed but not required
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Opportunity to lead and grow an established Brownfield practice
Visible role with significant influence on future business growth
Ability to become the firm's primary brownfield redevelopment resource
Opportunity to build and develop your own team over time
Strong leadership support and investment in the department's future
Department-level equity opportunity
Hybrid work schedule with flexibility
Competitive compensation package including bonus potential
This position is ideal for a brownfield professional looking to step into a strategic leadership role where they can combine client development, project leadership, technical expertise, and team growth while helping shape the future of an expanding environmental practice.
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