Director of Environmental Operations

Are you an experienced environmental professional ready to take the lead in shaping the future of a high-performing environmental consulting practice? Our Pittsburgh-based firm seeks a dynamic, strategic, and technically adept leader to oversee Environmental Operations. This is a rare opportunity to lead a successful existing practice, including implementing growth strategies, strengthening client relationships, and leading a talented technical team.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy: Manage all aspects of the environmental practice, including business strategy, operations, and compliance. Partner closely with executive leadership (CEO, CFO, CHRO) to develop and execute strategic goals.

Team Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of environmental engineers, scientists, and field professionals. Oversee recruitment, hiring, performance, promotions, and professional development.

Technical Oversight: Provide senior-level technical review and direction on various environmental projects, including environmental reporting, auditing, permitting, sampling, remediation, and other environmental projects associated with CAA, CWA, RCRA, CERCLA, and other environmental programs, including state and local regulatory requirements.

Client & Business Growth: Strengthen existing client partnerships and lead business development initiatives to grow existing and new service offerings and footprint. Develop and implement sales plans, support marketing efforts, and develop proposals.

Financial Performance: Responsibility for the financial performance of Environmental Operations, including proposal and project budgets, tracking performance, and alignment of practice operations with financial and growth objectives. Develop Environmental Operations forecasting and fiscal planning associated with the company’s ESOP.

Industry Engagement: Represent the firm through participation in trade organizations, professional conferences, networking events, and other relevant events.

Qualifications & Experience

B.S. in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related technical field (advanced degree a plus).

Professional relevant license or certification preferred (P.E., P.G., QEP, CHMM, EPI).

Proven successful experience in environmental consulting (minimum 10 years preferred) and a solid working knowledge of various environmental regulatory requirements. Strong project and client management skills.

Leadership and/or executive-level experience (minimum 3-5 years preferred), specifically management of multi-disciplinary teams, business strategy development and implementation, and business development and growth responsibilities.

What You’ll Bring

High-energy, human-centric leadership style with a passion for growth and innovation

Exceptional communication and decision-making skills

Ability to operate strategically while staying grounded in technical and operational detail

A proactive, accountable mindset that thrives in complex and fast-paced environments

What We Offer

Leadership role with full strategic and operational responsibility for an existing thriving practice

Opportunity to shape direction and culture for the Environmental Operations practice at the executive level

Competitive compensation package, benefits, performance incentives, and company stock

Supportive leadership team and established staff and client base

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Candidate must pass a background check and drug screening.

NGE provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. NGE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, disability, gender, national origin, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.