Environmental Program Manager

LaBella is currently seeking an Environmental Program Manager leading our Eastern NY team for our Environmental Division in our Permitting & Compliance Department. The proper candidate should be self-sufficient, have experience managing and proposing projects, marketing clients, maintaining existing clients, and be comfortable managing/mentoring junior staff. This position creates an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to establish themselves within a growing and stable company while working within a corporate culture that encourages professional growth in a positive environment. Hybrid (home/office) work schedules are available for this position. Duties Manage environmental projects, with a focus on wetlands, species, and stormwater Work with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies Maintain, manage, and expand client relationships across our footprint Identify and pursue project opportunities Prepare proposals and project budgets Manage and mentor junior level staff Manage, lead and help grow our Eastern NY permitting team Requirements Minimum BS or BA in Environmental, Ecology, or Biology. 8 to 15 years of experience in delineation, permitting, jurisdictional determinations, etc. of freshwater wetlands and streams. Knowledge of New York local, state and federal regulations as it related to wetlands, stream and protected species. Ability to review, edit, and provide QA/QC for deliverables. Experience cost estimating and proposing projects. Must be self-sufficient and self-motivated. Must be comfortable being a firm representative (i.e. maintain, pursue, and establish client business relationships). Salary commensurate with experience. Fast‑paced environmental consulting/engineering practice. Salary Range: $80,000 - $110,000 The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location. Benefits Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well‑being. Our benefit offerings cover the must‑haves (healthcare and retirement), the just‑in‑cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry‑on‑tops (fitness reimbursements, year‑end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below. Flexible Work Schedule Health/Dental Insurance 401k Plan with Employer Match Paid Parental Leave Short & Long Term Disability Profit Sharing Paid Time Off Leadership Development Program Fitness Reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement Referral Bonus Program Wellness Program Team Building Events Community Service Events LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr