GAI Consultants Inc is seeking a Senior Environmental Manager 1. In this position you will oversee a small team and work to develop it identifying and onboarding new hires and mentoring the existing team of biologists/environmental specialists.
As Manager of Natural Resources you will:
- Oversee a small team and work to develop it identifying and onboarding new hires and mentoring the existing team of biologists/environmental specialist.
- Drive technical reporting and project oversight to ensure the team is meeting quality standards.
- Develop and maintain relationships with potential clients in the Energy Sector Transportation/Government Sectors as well as industry associations.
- Attend industry association meetings and networking events to market the company and further the company brand.
As Manager of Natural Resources you are:
- A trusted leader skilled in mentoring a biology and natural resources team with a passion for building community relationships through networking and a visible leadership presence. Are excited and motivated to help a business grow to its fullest potential.
- An expert in biological ecological NEPA and environmental issues have successfully managed multiple large and complex projects from start to finish.
- A team leader you have experience in building developing and mentoring a team.
- Happy being on the road visiting job sites meeting with potential customers and referral partners and able to travel.
- Relationship driven you enjoy attending networking events and building relationships.
As Manager of Natural Resources you have:
- Bachelors degree in Environmental Studies Ecology Biology Fish and Wildlife Science Natural Resource Science or related field.
- Experience working in the environmental or biological science industry.
- You have proven expertise with environmental construction permitting (NEPA) and can contribute to the proposal process oversee regulatory matters and provide guidance to the team.
Travel Requirements:
- 30% for Day travel and some overnight travel for client meetings
General Characteristics
- Wellrounded with aspects of consulting industry standards and Company protocols. Position requires a commitment a strong emphasis on client development; participation in professional societies and industry associations is preferred.
- Coming up with ideas to improve productivity of a specific team department group or division.
- Strategic thinking and alignment: Manager must understand broader organizational strategies and goals to effectively guide direct reports efforts.
- Change leadership: Manager plays an important role enacting toplevel changes across operational divisions as supporters of change.
Minimum Years of Experience
Education
- Bachelors Degree in Environmental Sciences orsimilar field of study
Technical Responsibilities
- Oversight and coordination of project tasks; Available to junior staff for guidance; Provides opportunities to junior staff for becoming familiar with task management and financials.
- Recruiting and retaining staff.
- Interpreting the strategy of toplevel management and translating it into everyday policies.
- Developing and implementing daytoday routines for a team department group or division.
- Talent development: Develop Staff skills and empowering them as problemsolvers boosts innovation and productivity.
- Oversee learning coaching and career progression
Project and Task Management
- Starts to serve as a Project Manager on midsize to large projects.
Management Responsibility
- Serves as the leader of the environmental scope of the project; receives administrative support and direction from Business Sector Leaders and higherlevel officials of the Company.
- Continues to manage staff with diverse skills and has a focus on supporting career path and technical growth.
- Monitoring employee performance.
- Making sure that processes and procedures are in compliance with the overall organizations guidelines.
- Inspiring and encouraging employees to perform their best.
- Assigning and supervising specific work tasks.
- Allocating resources within a team department group or division.
- Reporting issues and performance to toplevel management.
- Wellbeing fostering: Prioritizing mental health worklife integration and enhances retention.
- Manager shapes daytoday workplace experiences
Communication Skills
- Routinely interacts with clients customers government officials contractors and others; leadsproject meetings and presentations; possess marketing and sales skills; represents Company in a positive light; interacts with Task Managers and Business Sector Leaders ona regular basis; attends meetings with higherlevel officials of the Company onproject status including financials.
Why GAI
At GAI exceptional people have an exceptional place to workgrowleadand achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of acollaborativeteam thats committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.
Benefits To Working at GAI Include:
- Competitive salary GAI is committed to paying marketbased salaries
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dentalcompanypaidLong Term Disability andShortTermDisability(benefits start within 30 days of hire)
- NewpaidMaternity/Paternity/Adoption program
- Generous Paid Time Offand7 paid holidays
- 401k company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
Required Experience:
Manager