Assistant Department Director
About The Position
At WestLand Engineering and Environmental Services, a Trinity Consultants team, we are driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared commitment to the work that we do. As part of Trinity Consultants' Water and Ecology division, we tackle complex environmental challenges, blending expertise in environmental consulting, biological resources, cultural resources, GIS, landscape architecture, and engineering. WestLand empowers our teams to develop their unique skills while fostering career growth within a company that is large enough to offer diverse opportunities yet agile enough to value individual contributions. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do-our professionals work together on meaningful and impactful projects, delivering solutions that help clients navigate regulatory complexities and see positive project outcomes. Make a difference with us at WestLand! WestLand is adding an Assistant Department Director, to our team! This position is based out of our Reno location and will provide leadership and support to our Project Managers as well as help generate new clients for WestLand. Our Reno group provides permitting, compliance, and baseline resource support to diverse clients throughout the region.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Environmental Science or related field. A bachelor's degree with additional experience may be considered.
- Ten (10) or more years of experience working in relevant field.
- Ten (10) or more years working in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully lead a diverse team of professionals.
- Demonstrated ability to develop business relationships and generate new clients.
- Expertise in applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Expertise in managing multiple projects and clients simultaneously.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working within a consulting environment is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serving as a Project Manager and/or Principal-in-Charge on a variety of interesting and complex projects for our clients.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary staff to deliver high quality solutions to our client's needs.
- Provide leadership and guidance to team members through performance management including conducting performance reviews, identifying appropriate training, and implementing corrective action plans.
- Help identify staffing needs and assist with new employee evaluation and hiring processes.
- Recommend, develop, and schedule staff training programs.
- Develop and manage project scopes, schedule, and budget in alignment with contract terms and conditions.
- Provide support to Reno staff and Project Managers in developing and managing their projects.
- Develop and/or review technical products to ensure they are accurate and of exemplary quality.
- Set business development goals and provide recommendations on go/no-go assessments.
- Assist in growing department revenue through business development and process efficiency.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package: 9 paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full-time employees.
- Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid options for most roles.
- Multidisciplinary environment: Unique, creative, and challenging projects where you can develop your vision of clientele and work with industry leaders daily.
- Success-oriented environment: Two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish work, tuition reimbursement, and a career-path structure to help you reach the next steps in your career.
- Collaborative work environment: Clear and frequent communication, shared information and ideas across teams, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
