Geosyntec prides itself in hiring the most highly qualified professionals who have a diverse skill set, an advanced innovative mindset, and can effectively develop forward-thinking ideas. We are seeking a Principal Level - Environmental Project Manager in Niagara Falls, Western New Yorkto help us grow our practice, and manage client development, construction management, and environmental regulatory compliance for clients primarily within the Energy, Chemical, Waste Services Sectors. You must have an entrepreneurial attitude, and enthusiasm for supporting business development and technical efforts to expand Geosyntec's market share. This position supports the creation and implementation of new strategies by providing strategic solutions to our clients' most complex problems. Our client base includes a diverse mix of industrial, institutional, and governmental clients.

Our clients ask us to address their new ventures and most challenging problems involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Ranked by ENR in the top 20 design firms for the environment, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. Founded in 1983, we are employee-owned and have more than 1,300 professionals across our 80+ offices. Learn more by visiting www.geosyntec.com

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client-based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.


• Business development; including bringing in new clients and obtaining repeat business from existing clients, leading proposal preparation, and developing and implementing a business development plan.


• Building, leading, and growing a practice in one of the following areas: groundwater/soil characterization and remediation, landfill engineering, and/or sediment remediation.


• Manage projects and staff, including providing technical leadership and oversight, budget and risk management, and adherence to schedule, quality, client satisfaction and profitability.


• Prepare for and lead meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.


• Assist in recruiting and training additional staff.


• Serve in a leadership role for the company culture and values across the organization.

Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec's culture. We operate under a sell-manage-do culture, and so we expect that you'd work on challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience to help Geosyntec expand its current practices and capabilities through business development and client management. You may also be asked to take on project management responsibilities, along with staff management and mentoring tasks.

Here are some other things you should know about a typical practitioner position with Geosyntec:

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  Training: This position requires OSHA health and safety, first aid, and CPR training and medical monitoring, paid for by the firm. We also offer professional development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our professionals to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.


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  Overnight travel: Up to 20%.

Your success is our success. We encourage our professionals to continually develop their interests and skills. Advancement is based on an individual's own performance and initiative.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology or other applicable related degree. (required)


• Advanced degree. (preferred)


• Professional registration (i.e., P.E. P.G.) (required)

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 10 years of experience in environmental consulting in the North American marketplace related to the evaluation, management and remediation of contaminated sites; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)


• Experience in managing large scale client portfolios, permitting, planning, compliance, and environmental oversight of remediation infrastructure (and related fixed assets) projects. (required)


• Experience managing the overall delivery of projects including, project planning and controls, financial management, change management, risk management, and contract/subcontract management. (required)


• Detailed Federal and New York State regulatory knowledge, especially RCRA, CERCLA and title 6 of the NYCRR. (required)


• Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (required)


• Demonstrated success in the development and management of staff and clients. (required)


• Excellent leadership skills. (required)


• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

CULTURE/EEO STATEMENT

Geosyntec strives to hire and retain the best and brightest people in their fields. We look for exceptional interpersonal skills, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, plus the passion for technical excellence and quality. We seek individuals with leadership potential, a commitment to lifelong learning and growth, and the desire to build a long and rewarding career with a growing Firm.

Geosyntec is a great place to build a career. If you're looking for an exciting place to work, a place with challenging and rewarding projects, and a place that has been nationally recognized for its employees' quality of life, technical expertise, and business success, then Geosyntec may be the place for you. You can learn more about careers and employment at Geosyntec by visiting http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/

We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive benefits package. Learn more by visiting http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/employee-benefits