Natural Resources Department Manager (Principal)

Description

• Manage and grow the Natural Resources department with a strong focus on business development and marketing initiatives
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of environmental scientists and project managers, overseeing environmental services projects, reviewing reports, preparing proposals, and managing departmental P&L
• Supervise employees and manage daily departmental operations, ensuring alignment with project budgets and timelines
• Coordinate effectively with regulatory authorities, particularly in navigating complex 404/401 permitting in the Southwest U.S. (Texas, Oklahoma & Arizona)
• Contribute to business growth by maintaining and developing client relationships, marketing services, and preparing proposals for environmental projects
• Manage project and budget oversight, including coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders
• May involve report preparation duties based on departmental needs

Requirements

As an Environmental Department Manager, you lead both your team and the company’s profitability. You are comfortable wearing steel‑toed boots in the field and presenting in high‑level meetings with executives. Environmental geologists, engineers, and project managers rely on you for technical mentorship and client‑relationship building. You set high standards, work hard to ensure top‑quality deliverables, see the big picture, and seek career growth within the organization.

• BS degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Soil Science, Engineering or related discipline; MS degree preferred
• 5-10+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience
• Licensure - one or more of the following preferred: Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), Licensed Soil Scientist (LSS), Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG)
• Extensive experience in wetland and stream delineation
• Expertise in navigating complex 404/401 permitting

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance