Environmental Studies Section Manager - Environmental Services

Description

The Environmental Studies Section Manager provides managerial direction and leadership for the environmental studies section and its resources within a Burns & McDonnell global practice or regional office. This role is responsible for supporting and executing business strategy, developing high-performing teams, and promoting the company’s culture, values, and mission.

The Section Manager will lead the section in a dynamic and profitable manner, aligned with Burns & McDonnell’s core values of client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity, safety, and outstanding service.

Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management

• Provide direction, coordination, and leadership to section staff.
• Assign and review work to ensure efficient, cost-effective utilization of team members.
• Recruit, develop, train, and retain top talent to meet strategic and project needs.
• Conduct performance evaluations and foster employee engagement and growth.
• Promote Burns & McDonnell’s culture of collaboration, safety, and excellence.

Financial & Operational Oversight

• Manage the section’s financial performance, including budgets, billable goals, and profitability.
• Ensure staffing levels, workload, and assignments align with project requirements.
• Prepare and present workload and financial reports to practice or regional management.
• Achieve established performance targets and implement corrective actions when needed.

Strategic & Business Development

• Collaborate with business development managers, project managers, and proposal teams to secure new work.
• Support growth initiatives and implement regional and global strategies through presentations, networking, and proposal preparation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to promote repeat business and client satisfaction.

Project and Program Oversight

• Manage environmental projects from initiation to completion, including scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication.
• Review and approve project plans, reports, and technical deliverables for quality and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a senior technical lead for environmental assessments, permitting, and compliance programs.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary efforts between engineering, construction, and environmental teams.

Regulatory Compliance and Permitting (preferred)

• Interpret and apply local, state, and federal environmental laws (e.g., NEPA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, RCRA, CERCLA).
• Develop and oversee environmental permit application plans.
• Lead or support permitting efforts for air, water, waste, wetlands, endangered species, and cultural resources.
• Maintain relationships with regulatory agencies and ensure compliance with all permit conditions.

Change & Program Management

• Implement and support company, global practice, and regional initiatives.
• Manage change effectively while maintaining team engagement and morale.
• Interpret organizational goals and policies for staff and ensure alignment.

Other Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all company policies, standards, and safety programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Geology, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited program.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of related professional experience required.
• Prior leadership and/or management experience preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong project management and strategic planning capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams while managing change effectively.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to all levels of staff and clients.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Commitment to Burns & McDonnell’s safety culture and core values.

Compensation

$90,.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary…