Senior or Principal Practice Leader - Environmental Engineer or Geoscienist

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.•Wilmington, NC

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

Geosyntec is hiring a Senior or Principal Practice Leader—Environmental Engineer or Geoscientist—for its Wilmington, North Carolina business. The position provides leadership and client development for environmental engineering and consulting projects that complement the firm’s environmental due diligence, compliance, brownfields redevelopment, vapor intrusion, and remediation services. The role works with multidisciplinary professionals throughout North Carolina and the U.S., and develops and supports national and international clients in sectors including real estate, manufacturing, legal, and municipal. A hybrid work schedule may be available at the Company’s discretion. The role involves leading projects and business development, developing strategies for complex environmental projects, and supervising and mentoring professionals. Work may include fieldwork and site visits, environmental sampling oversight, and travel to client facilities. Geosyntec describes itself as an international engineering and consulting firm serving private- and public-sector clients, and offers competitive pay and benefits, opportunities for stock options and profit sharing, continuing education, professional growth, and opportunities to lead and mentor.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, earth science (geology or hydrology), environmental, civil, or chemical engineering, or a related field of study.
At least 8 years of direct environmental consulting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A strong track record in business development, including proposal leadership and building and stewarding client relationships that generate repeat business.
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handle multiple project assignments, meet strict deadlines, and travel to client facilities as needed.
Experience managing overall project delivery, including project planning and controls, financial management, change management, risk management, and contract/subcontract management.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office products.
Ability to make presentations at industrial conferences and client meetings.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in a related field of study.
Professional registration, such as P.G. or P.E.
10 or more years of direct environmental consulting experience is preferred.
Environmental consulting experience in the Carolina marketplaces.
Understanding of North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) guidance documents and risk evaluation resources.
Experience planning and overseeing multimedia fieldwork, including soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and indoor air investigations.
Experience with environmental due diligence and regulatory compliance projects.
Experience with environmental assessment tools and techniques and remedial technologies.
Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training and refreshers.

Responsibilities

Manage tasks and projects, including planning and implementing investigations and remediation, budgeting, and meeting schedules while focusing on quality, client satisfaction, and profitability.
Lead business development efforts, including proposal efforts.
Develop site-specific mitigation, remedial, and closure strategies for challenging and complex projects, including brownfields redevelopments.
Maintain client contacts, participate in relevant professional organizations, and attend and present at industry events.
Supervise and mentor early- and mid-career professionals and manage subcontractors.
Oversee preparation of reports and client deliverables under applicable state and federal regulations and guidance.
Prepare for and participate in meetings with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders.
Review and interpret pending and new regulations and develop strategies for clients.
As needed, conduct fieldwork, including site visits, oversight of multimedia environmental sampling, and subcontractor oversight.
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites and other business locations as needed.