Site Investigation/Remediation Group Manager

Terracon-Consultants-In; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Columbus, OH seeks an Environmental Site Investigation/Remediation Group Manager to lead subsurface investigations, soil vapor assessments, and remedial actions for a diverse client base. You will build and mentor a team of professionals, manage budgets, schedules, and client expectations to deliver projects on time and within scope.

You will develop new business relationships, coordinate with geotechnical and compliance service lines, and guide safety and quality programs while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology.
• 5 years’ practice experience required; 9 years with no degree.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with other service lines for cross-selling opportunities.
• Manage subsurface investigations (Phase II ESAs, Limited Site Investigations, Remedial Investigations).
• Manage remediation projects involving soil, groundwater and/or soil vapor.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, staffing plans and procurement.
• Lead business development with support from leadership.
• Ensure safety, quality and risk policies are followed.

Skills

Proposal development

Cost estimation

Client development

Project management

Team leadership

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Terracon is looking for curious minds to join us as an Environmental Site Investigation/Remediation Group Manager in Columbus, OH. You will be responsible for managing subsurface investigations, soil vapor assessments, and remedial actions on behalf of our diverse client base. This position would also be responsible for developing new client relationships and maintaining our existing client base. Work with a team of professional experts in our Site Investigation/Remediation department and collaboratively work on dynamic projects with colleagues and clients to ensure work is executed on time and within budget. Start your new journey and Explore with Us.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for preparation of proposals and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with other service lines (e.g., geotechnical, facilities, compliance) for cross-selling opportunities.
• Manage subsurface investigations (Phase II ESAs, Limited Site Investigations, Remedial Investigations) to evaluate soil, groundwater and soil vapor.
• Manage remediation projects that involve soil, groundwater and/or soil vapor response actions.
• Identify, develop, and gather the resources to complete these projects. This will include developing project schedules, budget estimation, selecting equipment, project staff, and external contractors.
• With support from the Department/Office manager perform business and client development activities.
• With support from the Department/Office Manager develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection and on-boarding.
• With support from the Department/Office Manager prepare and execute annual business plan for the specialty service group.
• With support from the Department/Office Manager oversee and manage the success of the key group metrics of revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.
• Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies.
• Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
• Provide and lead continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor and promote quality standards and practices.
• Provide consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and 5 years’ practice experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years’ related experience.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification or licensure in field of expertise.
• EIT/PE or GIT/PG or other professional certification is preferred but not required.
• Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status preferred.