Houston Environmental Operations Leader, Grow & Lead P&L

talisman; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Unlimited PTO and 11 paid holidays

Stock options

Job summary

Environmental Consulting Firm in Houston seeks an Operations Manager to lead Environmental Consulting Services, drive growth, and shape regional strategy. The role requires a broad environmental background, client relationships, and the ability to recruit and develop talent.

This high-autonomy leadership position will manage multiple service lines and P&L, and will require building a scalable regional business with a strong network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Business, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in environmental consulting or related professional services.
• Proven experience leading operations, multiple service lines, departments, or P&L.
• Strong technical understanding of environmental service lines, including permitting, compliance, and engineering in the industrial services sector.
• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management; established book of business strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to recruit and retain talent.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to operate autonomously and build a business.
• Strong financial, strategic, and operational acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead Houston operations, with responsibility for office performance, staffing, resource allocation, and day-to-day business operations.
• Manage and optimize P&L, revenue, budgets, and profitability across multiple environmental service lines.
• Develop and execute local and regional growth strategies in alignment with broader company objectives.
• Build and maintain senior-level client relationships, identifying opportunities to expand existing accounts and develop new business.
• Leverage an established book of business and professional network to drive revenue growth.
• Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing environmental professionals and build a strong local team.
• Provide technical leadership across environmental permitting, compliance, and engineering services.
• Partner with service line and executive leadership to align resources, operations, and business development efforts.
• Serve as a visible leader in the Houston market and represent the firm with clients, industry organizations, and the broader environmental community.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Business development

Client relationships

Strategic planning

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Business, or related field

Job description

Environmental Consulting Firm in Houston seeks an Operations Manager to lead Environmental Consulting Services, drive growth, and shape regional strategy. The role requires a broad environmental background, client relationships, and the ability to recruit and develop talent.

This high-autonomy leadership position will manage multiple service lines and P&L, and will require building a scalable regional business with a strong network.