Natural Resources Director
An environmental consulting firm in Texas is seeking an experienced Natural Resources Director. In this role, you will lead a team of ecologists and environmental scientists to complete diverse projects in natural resources, permitting, Waters of the U.S. delineations, protected species surveys, and report documentation. The Natural Resources Director will develop and manage budgets and schedules and is responsible for mentoring staff.
The firm:
- "No strings attached" model: No crazy utilizations, no crazy travel requirements, and no micromanagement.
- Believes in partnering with their staff and encouraging decision-making down to the entry-level employees
- We love to invest and partner with people who believe in our vision, their career growth, and constantly evolving the culture.
- Supports our public and communities with our environmental work
Essential Functions:
- Provide technical expertise and project management for various environmental projects requiring regulatory approval.
- Lead natural resources projects and support projects in hazardous materials, stormwater management, and environmental restoration, including stream and wetland mitigation.
- Identify project-specific environmental design and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies to achieve project concurrence and successful permit authorizations.
- Conduct and lead fieldwork at a senior level.
- Mentor staff by training employees, establishing personal growth opportunities, and conducting performance evaluations.
- Proactively deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Develop accurate scopes of work and budget estimates for proposals.
- Provide excellent client service with a focus on quality and timeliness.
- Collaborate with other design team members, including project managers, project engineers, design technicians, drafters, surveyors, contractors, inspectors, public agency officials, and clients.
- Author and review technical reports and prepare environmental permit applications.
- Facilitate meetings and lead presentations with clients and at public meetings.
- Lead marketing pursuits and cultivate new work.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- 15+ years of experience in natural resources permitting and a progressive career in management.
- Current and relevant Texas project and regulatory experience.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail with a teamwork attitude.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Master's Degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- ArcGIS experience.
- Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or similar certification.
What We Offer:
This firm offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. Attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Competitive matching 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and employee resource groups
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your resume and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organizations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.Â
That's why we recommend registering your resume so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.Â
Yes, we help with resume and interview preparation. From customized support on how to optimize your resume to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.