Environmental Practice Team Lead

Overview Are you looking to lead a highly technical and client-driven team of scientists and engineers looking to solve environmental problems? Geosyntec prides itself in hiring the most highly qualified professionals who have a diverse skill set, an advanced innovative mindset, and can effectively develop forward-thinking ideas. We are seeking an Environmental Practice Team Lead in our Anchorage, Alaska office. A robust relocation package is available for candidates willing to relocate to our Anchorage, AK office from MN, WI, TX, AZ, MI, CO, WA, OR, AZ, NV, WY, MT or any other U.S state. This individual will help lead and grow our practice in the Northwest Operation and manage client development, contaminant site investigation, human and ecological risk assessment, geospatial data and visualization, solid waste management, and environmental compliance work. You must have an entrepreneurial attitude and enthusiasm for supporting business and client development, mentoring, and recruiting. This position is well-suited for a talented, experienced individual who is interested in being a leader and contributing to innovative and challenging projects, including the financial and technical evaluation, design, permitting, and construction stages. Our Alaskan client base includes a diverse mix of industrial, institutional, and governmental clients. Geosyntec is an innovative, international, engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. Benefits A robust relocation package is available for candidates willing to relocate to our Anchorage, AK office from MN, WI, TX, AZ, MI, CO, WA, OR, AZ, NV, WY, MT or any other U.S state. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Working with and leading multidisciplinary teams, both local and across the firm, including data scientists, geologists, engineers, chemists, risk assessors, and modelers. Building a portfolio of clients by obtaining repeat business from existing clients and winning new clients. Fostering trust-based relationships with clients, regulatory personnel, and other project stakeholders. Supervising of senior personnel and providing assistance in helping them achieve their business and practice goals. Delegating to, mentoring, guiding, and motivating early career staff in the areas of project performance, cost, schedule management, client expectations and career development. Managing performance, load leveling, conflict resolution, communication, and overall strategy for the Alaska team, and positioning within the greater Northwest Operation. Task and project management, including planning and implementing investigation and remediation projects, budgeting and budget management, adherence to schedule, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability. Managing and directing challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience to help Geosyntec expand its current practices and capabilities through industry technical leadership, business development, and client management. Overseeing safety, quality, risk, and compliance for projects and deliverables. Preparing and reviewing technical work plans, reports, letters, memoranda, data evaluation and cost-benefit analyses. Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed. At times, this position may also include fieldwork, including site visits, and business travel. Education and Licensure Bachelor's degree in environmental science, earth science (geology or hydrology), engineering (environmental, civil, or chemical engineering), or a related subject. (required) Advanced degree the same. (preferred) Professional registration (i.e., P.E, P.G.) (preferred) Skills, Experience And Qualifications At least 15 years of direct environmental consulting experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required) A minimum of 8 years of consulting experience in Alaska. (preferred) Demonstrable track record of successful client management and business development. (required) Excellent technical leadership of multi-disciplinary project teams. (required) Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required) Collaborative leadership style with strong communication skills and executive presence (preferred) Detailed understanding of USEPA regulations. (required) Thorough understanding of Alaska DEC regulations. (preferred) Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred) Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required. Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required) #J-18808-Ljbffr