Project Director-Environmental Services

Weaver Consultants Group; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development support

Strong benefits package

Job summary

Weaver Consultants Group in Naperville, IL is seeking an Experienced Project Director to lead complex environmental projects focused on wetlands, stormwater permitting, ecological assessments, and due diligence.

You will oversee multi-disciplinary teams across energy, transportation, land development, and municipal infrastructure, manage budgets and schedules, mentor staff, and coordinate with regulators to deliver compliant, technically sound work.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive environmental consulting experience.
• PWS certification or ability to obtain preferred.
• Experience with wetland delineation, permitting (CWA 404/401), NEPA, NPDES.
• Strong client communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience managing budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage multi-disciplinary environmental projects from proposal through completion.
• Lead wetland delineations, vegetation assessments, ecological surveys, and permitting efforts (e.g., CWA 404/401, NEPA, NPDES).
• Serve as primary client contact, building trusted partnerships and identifying opportunities for growth.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies (e.g., USACE, USEPA, USFWS).
• Provide senior QA/QC review of technical reports and permit applications.
• Mentor and supervise staff scientists, project managers, and field teams.
• Participate in strategic planning, business development, and proposal preparation.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Mentoring staff

Client relationships

Regulatory coordination

Project leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

GIS mapping

Environmental data tools

Geophysical methods

Hydrologic investigation techniques

Job description

Level: Experienced
Job Location: Naperville IL – Hiring Location
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $1.00 - $1.00 Salary
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Science

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned Project Director to lead complex environmental projects with a focus on wetland science, wetland and stormwater permitting, ecological assessments, and environmental due diligence. This role involves high‑level project oversight, client management, and interdisciplinary team leadership across sectors such as energy, transportation, land development, and municipal infrastructure. You will work closely with regulatory agencies, clients, and internal teams to ensure the successful delivery of technically sound and regulatory‑compliant projects.

• A strategic mindset
• Technical depth in environmental science and permitting
• A passion for mentoring junior staff and growing client relationships

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage multi‑disciplinary environmental projects from proposal through completion, including technical execution, budgeting, and scheduling
• Lead wetland delineations, vegetation assessments, ecological surveys, and environmental permitting efforts (e.g., Section 404/401 of the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, NEPA, NPDES, and other state/local regulatory programs)
• Serve as the primary client contact, building trusted partnerships and identifying opportunities for growth
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies (e.g., USACE, USEPA, USFWS) and guide clients through complex regulatory pathways
• Provide senior‑level QA/QC review of technical reports and permit applications
• Mentor and supervise staff scientists, project managers, and field teams across service lines
• Participate in strategic planning, business development, and proposal preparation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Geography, or a related discipline
• Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification and other regional wetland/stormwater certifications or ability to obtain preferred
• Advanced knowledge of wetland delineation protocols, vegetation and habitat assessments, and environmental permitting under state and federal programs/guidelines (e.g., CWA Section 404/401, Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10/408, NPDES)
• Strong understanding of risk‑based corrective action, site assessments (Phase I/II ASTM ESAs), and stormwater or groundwater management
• Proficiency with environmental data tools, GIS mapping, and geophysical or hydrologic investigation techniques is beneficial
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including experience leading client meetings and public engagement efforts
• Demonstrated experience managing teams and mentoring junior staff
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects on time and within budget

Additional Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, including project management and technical oversight
• Proven success in developing and managing a personal book of business of at least $500,000 annually through existing client relationships, repeat business, or strategic growth
• Ability to lead, mentor, and inspire interdisciplinary teams while managing scope, schedule, and budget
• Experience coordinating with regulatory agencies such as USACE, USFWS, EPA, and state and local authorities
• Strong capabilities in Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, ecological risk assessments, and resource management planning
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing and client presentations

Why Join Us

• Be a senior leader in a dynamic and growing environmental practice
• Work on a diverse range of high‑impact projects in the renewable energy, infrastructure, and land development sectors
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across disciplines in a supportive and inclusive environment
• Competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, professional development support, and a strong benefits package

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability
Weaver Consultants Group maintains a drug‑free workplace.