Environmental General Manager

Lead. Scale. Shape the Future of a Growing Environmental Services Firm.

If you’re an experienced environmental or engineering leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, operations, and people, this is an opportunity to step into a true General Manager rolewith full P&L ownership, the ability to scale a growing platform, and a clear path to long-term value creation.

This role is designed for a leader who wants more than stewardship. You’ll be empowered to run the business, integrate acquisitions, build strong teams, and turn strategy into execution while ownership focuses on M&A, client relationships, and long-term growth.

In short: if you enjoy building something meaningful, leading talented professionals, and creating measurable impact in the environmental space, this role was built with you in mind.

Our client is a well-established and highly respected environmental consulting, contracting, and engineering firm serving clients where environmental compliance, remediation, and strategic land and facility use are mission‑critical. The organization is growing through both organic expansion and acquisitions and is seeking a General Manager to help take the business to its next phase.

As General Manager, you will oversee day‑to‑day operations while executing the firm’s strategic plan and scaling the organization.

• Full P&L ownership across consulting and contracting business lines
• Overseeing operations, project delivery, and post‑acquisition integration
• Driving growth through collaboration with Seller‑Doers and regional leaders
• Leading and tracking KPIs for revenue, margin, utilization, client retention, and safety
• Implementing standardized SOPs, systems, technology platforms, and shared services
• Overseeing HR, recruitment, performance management, and leadership development
• Serving as a cultural integrator, reinforcing communication, accountability, and values
• Acting as a strategic operator with a hands‑on, people‑first leadership style
• Regional travel up to 25%

• A well‑run, scalable operation with strong margins and consistent execution
• Engaged teams who feel supported, challenged, and developed
• Smooth integration of acquired firms into a cohesive platform
• Clear visibility into performance metrics and financial outcomes
• A culture rooted in service, commitment, teamwork, and safety

• Service: A client‑first mindset, acting as a trusted advocate and guide
• Commitment: A “can‑do” approach—responsive, agile, and tenacious
• Teamwork: Collaborative leadership where shared wins matter
• Safety: A deep commitment to employee well‑being, respect, and responsibility

• BS/MS in Engineering (PE required)
• MBA preferred
• 10+ years of experience in professional services, ideally environmental or engineering consulting/contracting
• Proven success scaling multi‑office or multi‑service organizations
• Experience with acquisitions and post‑merger integration
• Strong financial acumen and a track record of profitable growth
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop both technical and administrative teams
• Familiarity with environmental consulting, remediation, or related services
• Established network in the Midwest market preferred

• Total compensation: $150,000–$200,000 (base salary + performance incentives)
• This role is designed for growth. As the firm’s value, profitability, and scale increase, the successful candidate will be eligible for future equity participation.

Compensation:
$150,000-$200,000 per year