Environmental Services Group Department Manager Tucson, AZ
About The Position
Certerra is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve. We are a national firm with a global reach serving national and international clients from 30+ offices located in 10 states and are ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list alongside the nation’s top firms. With a 60-year history, Certerra has a passion for high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in the development of world-class laboratory facilities, and interactive management technologies. Each member of our staff is committed to service, innovation, and the success of our clients. Certerra has immediate opportunities for a Group Leader of Environmental Services in Tucson, Arizona. You will manage projects, mentor staff, and expand business activity. We are looking for a candidate with a broad range of experience spanning due diligence, NEPA environmental reviews, building science evaluations, remedial investigations and corrective actions, underground storage tank management, indoor air quality, asbestos and lead-based paint services, and industrial hygiene consulting. Experience in the construction industry is a plus. This role will be working out of our Western Technology division in the Albuquerque, NM location.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in chemistry, biology, geology, engineering, or industrial hygiene.
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training with current updates.
- AHERA accreditations for asbestos inspector, management planner, contractor supervisor, site monitor, and abatement designer.
- EPA or State certifications for lead-based paint risk assessor.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience with environmental, building sciences and industrial hygiene.
- Valid driver’s license acceptable per our insurance policy
- Clear pre-hire drug screen
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the construction industry is a plus.
- Professional registration as an engineer or geologist, or as a Certified Industrial Hygienist or Certified Safety Professional, preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- Supervising personnel and projects
- Directing and leading field activities
- Reviewing and interpreting data
- Developing recommendations consistent with industry standards and regulatory guidelines
- Reviewing technical reports for accuracy, completeness and conformity to scopes and specifications
- Coaching staff on project-related tasks and provide encouragement, advice, and direction on overall task performance
- Offering guidance for the advancement of professional, academic, workplace and technical competencies
- Assisting junior staff with identifying career path interests and encouraging training and development to achieve their objectives
- Participating in the interview and candidate selection process for staff additions to the group
- Managing existing client relationships, influence business development, and promote growth
- Designing scopes of services to meet clients’ needs
- Developing competitive pricing and budgets that are competitive in the marketplace and achieve the firm’s profitability goals
- Collaborating with technical experts and marketing personnel to prepare and submit winning proposals for long-term, competitively bid government contracts
- Promote and expand service-sector capabilities in one or more disciplines including asbestos, lead-based paint, indoor air quality, industrial hygiene, occupational safety, environmental exposures, construction/infrastructure management, and building sciences.
- Participate in collaborative efforts on cross-discipline projects both within your assigned office, and regionally across the company’s business footprint.
- Manage budgets, schedules, deliverables, and consultation to meet established project and business metrics for overall project performance.
- Coach and mentor junior staff on job performance, data quality objectives, and reporting.
- Provide consultation and guidance regarding local, state, and federal regulations as they impact work practices, strategies, and project outcomes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
