Divisional Manager : Environmental and Legal Services

Digby Wells Environmental; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Gauteng is seeking a Head of Environmental and Legal Services to spearhead strategic initiatives and lead project teams globally. This role demands strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a commitment to sustainability. Responsibilities include overseeing project delivery, managing client relationships, and driving financial success. Ideal candidates will foster high-performing teams and ensure adherence to quality management standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects adhering to IFC Performance Standards and Equator Principles.
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring timeliness, budget adherence, and quality standards.
• Cultivate and maintain key client relationships as an account manager and project sponsor.
• Drive financial success through budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis.
• Mentor, develop, and lead high-performing teams, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Expand our market presence through innovative business development strategies.
• Ensure best-in-class quality management systems across the division.
• Stay at the forefront of technological and legal developments in the environmental sector.

Job description

Overview

Company Overview: At Digby Wells Environmental, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our colleagues, clients, the communities we engage with, and the environment.

Position Overview: As Head of Environmental and Legal Services, you'll spearhead our environmental and legal services, managing project teams across the globe. This pivotal role combines strategic leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects adhering to IFC Performance Standards and Equator Principles
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring timeliness, budget adherence, and quality standards
• Cultivate and maintain key client relationships as an account manager and project sponsor
• Drive financial success through budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis
• Mentor, develop, and lead high-performing teams, fostering a culture of excellence
• Expand our market presence through innovative business development strategies
• Ensure best-in-class quality management systems across the division
• Stay at the forefront of technological and legal developments in the environmental sector