Senior Environmental Professional

Environmental Professional to Help Develop Business Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES), an industry leader with a reputation for excellence in providing environmental consulting, engineering, compliance, and technical field services, seeks an Environmental Professional with a diverse background to help develop business and support the growth of environmental projects in GES’ Mid‑Atlantic Region. The role is preferred in GES’ offices in Odenton, Maryland, Richmond, Virginia, or Blacksburg, Virginia, but may be considered for fully remote or hybrid work within the local area. Core Responsibilities Sells and secures contracts for GES services to clients. Executes contracted work with assistance and management of GES staff and team members. Applies industry knowledge to lead initiatives that support environmental service line growth, sales, program management, and project execution. Supports selling and execution of one or more of the following services: Ecological services (wetlands, habitat surveys, threatened/endangered species, NEPA, Section 404 permitting/CWA, water rights, wildlife management); Site investigation (due diligence, phase 2, soil/groundwater investigations, vapor intrusion, etc.); Remediation (remedy selection, remedial design, environmental engineering, remedial construction, operations and maintenance); Air quality services (air compliance, air emissions, permitting, Title V, etc.); Water resources management; Civil engineering; Other areas of environmental consulting. Manages the development, negotiation, and administration of environmental related contracts. Leads bid and proposal preparation for environmental opportunities, working closely with GES' operational and technical leaders applying GES’ financial standards and operational processes to ensure highest quality GES submittals. Conducts sales presentations and informational seminars for potential clients, including participation in industry trade organizations and publication of thought leadership papers in technical publications and industry groups. Generates leads and develops new business opportunities through networking and industry relationships. Requires local and overnight travel to attend client meetings, conferences, and events. Requirements Must work in a collaborative environment with other business development, sector, program, and operational leaders. Team player mentality is essential. Willingness to travel as needed to support business needs, including industry trade shows, events, and technical meetings locally and nationally. A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Science, Ecology, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or related field. 15+ years of industry experience with 5+ years of experience generating leads, creating proposals, conducting sales presentations, meeting sales goals, and directing project work execution. Must possess excellent communication and technical writing skills. A proven record of accomplishment with client development and revenue generation, as well as established industry and regulatory contacts. Professional certification or license is a major plus (PE, PG, CPG, PhD, etc.). This role can be full-time or part-time. Benefits Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription card, 401(k), FSA, LTD, STD, New Parent Leave, 529 College Bound Fund, Tuition Assistance, Bonus Plan, and more. Employee benefits are available to regular full‑time and part‑time employees in accordance with our company policy. Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES) believes that diversity and inclusion among our staff is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. GES is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr