Operations Manager, Environmental Consulting

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Unlimited PTO & 11 paid holidays

Stock options

Job summary

Talisman is seeking an Operations Manager to lead Environmental Consulting Services in Houston and shape its regional growth strategy. This high-autonomy leadership role requires managing operations, P&L, client relationships, and a scalable local team.

The candidate will draw on a broad environmental background and an established book of business to drive revenue. The role offers opportunities to influence cross-service line collaboration, recruit talent, and partner with executive leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Extensive leadership experience overseeing operations and multiple service lines.
• Strong track record in client relationships and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead Houston operations including office performance, staffing, and day-to-day activities.
• Manage and optimize P&L, revenue, budgets, and profitability across service lines.
• Develop and execute local and regional growth strategies aligned with company goals.
• Build senior-level client relationships and identify opportunities to expand accounts.
• Leverage an established network to drive revenue growth and market presence.
• Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing environmental professionals.
• Provide technical leadership across permitting, compliance, and engineering services.
• Coordinate with service lines and executives to align resources and BD efforts.
• Serve as a visible leader in the Houston market and represent the firm externally.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Client relationships

Business development

Talent recruitment

Strategic planning

Education

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

Job description

We are partnered with an environmental consulting firm seeking an Operations Manager to lead their Environmental Consulting Services in Houston and help shape its broader regional growth strategy.

This is a high-autonomy leadership role for an ambitious environmental professional who can lead operations, manage financial performance, develop client relationships, and bring a strong network to the business. The firm is evolving its organizational structure and is looking for a leader who can operate across service lines, bring teams together, and help build a scalable regional business.

The ideal candidate will have a broad environmental background with experience across permitting and compliance (air, water, waste) or environmental engineering (remediation/ site investigation) along with a demonstrated ability to manage people, P&L, and client relationships.

If you are a proven environmental leader who can operate independently, bring clients and talent with you, and help build the strategy for a growing regional business, we would be interested in speaking with you.

If you are not located in Houston, there are additional opportunities in other office locations.

Key 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Business, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in environmental consulting or related professional services.
• Proven experience leading operations, multiple service lines, departments, or P&Ls.
• 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 the ability to operate autonomously and build a business.
• Strong financial, strategic, and operational acumen.
• Starting salary of $200-250k + performance-based incentives + stock options
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Unlimited PTO and 11 paid holidays
• Opportunity to play a key role in the growth and evolution of the business