Environmental Department Leader

Job Summary Our EAR practice focuses on site assessment/remedial investigations and design, environmental regulatory compliance and support, feasibility studies, emerging contaminants, and property transaction due diligence for clients in industrial, power, water, and government end markets. We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Southern California Environmental Department Leader to oversee and lead robust growth in the West region within our Environmental Assessment & Remediation group. This role is a blend of operational leadership, creative thinking, business development/strategic growth, and mentorship, requiring a visionary thinker with a strong technical background. This individual will enthusiastically take leadership by the reins and be proactively engaging within our multiple offices in Southern California. The Department Leader will be instrumental in growing our West region market through people development, sustainability, and client engagement. Responsibilities Operational Leadership (40%): Oversee daily operations of the Environmental Department, with a heavy focus on Assessment & Remediation. Ensure high quality project delivery. Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and best practices. Monitor and report on departmental performance metrics. Resource management between So Cal regions. Maintain strong knowledge of sales pipeline and hard backlog. Business Development (30%): Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the environmental assessment and remediation sectors. Build and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners. Lead proposal development and contract negotiations. Represent Verdantas at industry conferences, seminars, and networking events. Mentorship & Senior Technical Leadership (30%): Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff and project teams. Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development. Lead complex technical projects and provide expert advice on regulatory compliance and environmental assessments. Stay current with industry/emerging trends, regulations, and best practices with communication to the team. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred). Licensed Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer in CA. Minimum of 20+ years of experience in environmental assessment and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in operational management and business development in A/E industry.- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to mentor and develop junior staff. In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations and industry standards. Ability to create, implement, and execute a strategic growth plan for all Southern California offices within the Environmental Department. Salary Range $190,000-$250,000 Benefits Flexible Work Environment Paid Parental Leave Medical Dental Vision Life and AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off + Holidays EEO Statement Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance - regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce. Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC