Environmental Division Director

McFarland Johnson; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Parental leave

ESOP + 401(k) match

Technical training

Paid time off

Job summary

McFarland Johnson Inc. seeks an Environmental Division Director to lead a diverse team of environmental professionals and drive growth across public and private sector projects.

You will shape strategy, oversee operations, and ensure projects meet budget, schedule, and regulatory standards. You'll collaborate with other discipline leaders to deliver multi-disciplinary solutions, mentor staff, and expand environmental services while upholding MJ's ESOP culture and commitment to innovation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 12+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and project delivery.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance.
• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management.
• Experience in markets not currently served by MJ a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Environmental Division, overseeing operations, project delivery, staff development, business development, and financial performance of the Environmental Division.
• Develop and execute the annual division business plan, including revenue, utilization, and profitability targets. Plan strategically for long-term growth.
• Collaborate with other engineering discipline leaders to support integrated, multi-disciplinary project delivery.
• Oversee resource planning, workload forecasting, and cross-functional team coordination.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across public and private sector clients, geography, and markets.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, particularly for projects requiring environmental and engineering integration.
• Partner with other division leaders to position the firm for large, complex, multi-disciplinary pursuits.
• Lead proposal strategies, including go/no-go decisions, teaming, and value positioning.
• Represent the firm at industry events, technical conferences, and professional associations.
• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction across MJ on a diverse range of environmental matters.
• Serve as Project Principal/Manager on key projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet technical and regulatory standards.
• Support technical teams in resolving complex environmental and engineering challenges.
• Manage division financial performance, including revenue, project profitability, and overhead.
• Actively manage key metrics such as staff utilization, profitability, new orders, and backlog.
• Oversee contract review, risk management, and accounts receivable performance.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a diverse team of environmental professionals within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Support professional development and cross-training acrossdisciplines.
• Drive innovation in environmental services, including sustainable design, resilience, and emerging technologies.
• Identify opportunities to expand environmental services.
• Contribute to the firm’s long-term strategic planning and market positioning.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client relationship management

Project delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

AtMcFarland Johnson(MJ),you'll own your future. We're a100% employee-owned firmwith 80 years of experience delivering innovative engineering, planning, environmental, technology and construction solutions that make a lasting impact on the clients and communities we serve.

The Environmental Division Director is responsible for leading a diverse group of technical experts, driving business growth and delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to our clients.

The ideal candidate brings ,proven leadership experience, technical expertise, a proven track record of business growth, and the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to deliver complex, multi-disciplinary projects.

Why Join Us?

• Career Growth: Accelerate your professional career with opportunities to lead, learn, and expand your expertise.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams that thrive on creativity, support, and teamwork. Collaborative is the most frequent word used to describe MJ's culture in annual employee survey.
• Employee Ownership: As a 100% ESOP, your contributions directly shape our shared success - you own your future.
• Innovation & Impact: Work on projects that push boundaries, drive sustainability, and create real-world solutions.
• Professional Development: From mentorship, ongoing technical training, and conferences we invest in your growth every step of the way.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a culture that values balance so you can thrive both professionally and personally.
• Shape the next generation: For experienced professionals, MJ offers the chance to mentor emerging talent, share your expertise, and leave a lasting legacy in the industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Division Leadership & Operations

• Lead the Environmental Division, overseeing operations, project delivery, staff development, business development, and financial performance of the Environmental Division.

• Develop and execute the annual division business plan, including revenue, utilization, and profitability targets. Plan strategically for long-term growth.

• Collaborate with other engineering discipline leaders to support integrated, multi-disciplinary project delivery

• Oversee resource planning, workload forecasting, and cross-functional team coordination

• Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies

Business Development & Client Engagement

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across public and private sector clients, geography, and markets.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, particularly for projects requiring environmental and engineering integration

• Partner with other division leaders to position the firm for large, complex, multi-disciplinary pursuits

• Lead proposal strategies, including go/no-go decisions, teaming, and value positioning

• Represent the firm at industry events, technical conferences, and professional associations

Project Leadership & Technical Integration

• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction across MJ on a diverse range of environmental matters.

• Serve as Project Principal/Manager on key projects

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet technical and regulatory standards

• Support technical teams in resolving complex environmental and engineering challenges

Financial & Performance Management

• Manage division financial performance, including revenue, project profitability, and overhead

• Actively manage key metrics such as staff utilization, profitability, new orders, and backlog

• Oversee contract review, risk management, and accounts receivable performance

Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, mentor, and grow a diverse team of environmental professionals within a multi-disciplinary environment
• Collaborate with HR and technical leaders to recruit and retain top talent
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Support professional development and cross-training acrossdisciplines

Innovation & Strategic Growth

• Drive innovation in environmental services, including sustainable design, resilience, and emerging technologies
• Identify opportunities to expand environmental services
• Contribute to the firm’s long-term strategic planning and market positioning

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field (Master’s preferred)

• 12+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting

• Proven leadership experience managing teams and project delivery.

• Strong understanding of environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance

• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management

• Experience in markets not currently served by MJ a plus.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salary ranging from $150,000 - $180,000 based on relevant experience and qualifications,plus a performance-based incentive payment plan/bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Parental Leave.
• Company-funded ESOP + 401(k) employer match.
• Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.