Senior Stormwater Project Manager & Business Development Leader

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company and stock-purch

Group Health Plan

Career Development Program

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a Stormwater Project Manager in Novi, MI to lead client relationships and grow stormwater compliance services. The role balances business development (60%) with project leadership (40%), and requires strong communication, field coordination, and regulatory knowledge.

Join an employee-owned company with robust benefits and opportunities for advancement. You will develop proposals, manage budgets, coordinate with regulators, and mentor a multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience conducting NPDES stormwater and/or SWPPP inspections.
• Minimum of 8 years working experience in the natural resources field performing ecological consulting work and habitat restoration consulting is desired.
• Working knowledge of:NPDES permitting requirements; Erosion and sediment control BMPs; Stormwater compliance documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Suite.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and client service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of project proposals, budgets, and bids, including Go/No-Go RFP evaluations.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities; expand client base and service offerings.
• Build, manage, and grow relationships with key clients; serve as a primary client contact.
• Drive local marketing strategies, including digital campaigns, events and webinars, conferences and sponsorships, client outreach initiatives.
• Develop business through networking, site visits, and direct client engagement.
• Support contract review and negotiation processes.
• Partner with Area Manager to establish and meet annual sales goals.
• Perform and oversee NPDES stormwater compliance inspections and reporting (including CGP).
• Conduct and manage SWPPP inspections, audits, and compliance tracking.
• Review construction plans to ensure effective erosion and sediment control measures.
• Coordinate inspection schedules, corrective actions, and documentation.
• Work closely with contractors and field teams to ensure proper implementation of BMPs.
• Integrate stormwater compliance into construction, restoration, and maintenance projects.
• Prepare reports, compliance documentation, and regulatory correspondence.
• Communicate compliance findings and corrective actions to clients and internal teams.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies on stormwater and compliance matters.
• Support field operations as needed, including equipment operation.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Project management

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Proposal development

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a Stormwater Project Manager in Novi, MI to lead client relationships and grow stormwater compliance services. The role balances business development (60%) with project leadership (40%), and requires strong communication, field coordination, and regulatory knowledge.

Join an employee-owned company with robust benefits and opportunities for advancement. You will develop proposals, manage budgets, coordinate with regulators, and mentor a multidisciplinary team