Relationship Manager (Environment)

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?

To drive continued growth of our Environment Market, we are looking for a Senior Environmental Manager & Client Leader to join our team in the Southeastern US ! This role will have you involved in the strategic growth and development of clients primarily in the Environmental market team and broader GHD markets and services that span our full suite of offerings.

This is a client development and technical leadership role primarily focusing on the growth of our Environment business in the southeastern US.

Your role will include inspiring and mentoring your team, developing new clients, leading through the lens of exceptional client experience, resourcing and ensuring great delivery of projects, and responsibility for the performance of the group, all while making key technical contributions to environmental projects.

In the problem solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change.

Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanization are made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in :

• Developing new and emerging client strategies and managing effective client relationships with existing key clients with a focus on growth and exceptional client experience
• Participating in strategy and goal development, along with implementation of plans intended for business and revenue growth for the Southeast environmental team
• Collaborating with Business Group leadership and other senior members of the business to drive positive outcomes for our clients and our employees
• Leading business development efforts, including select pursuits, proposal development and direct pricing, scoping, and win strategies for new work
• Project management and leadership of various environmental projects including maintenance of project scope, schedule, budget and quality through the coordination of project teams and via direct client communication
• Participating in and leading project teams in the planning, design, and execution of environmental compliance, assessment, and / or remedial programs

What you will bring to the team :

• Bachelor’s and / or Master’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Science or a related technical field
• PE, PG, CFM or other licensure considered a plus
• 10-20 years of relative project experience including the coordination and management of projects and in a client development / account management role in the environmental and / or water resources markets
• Experience with NEPA compliance, environmental assessment, storm and surface water modeling and / or planning, flood risk management, etc.
• Experience managing, directing, and mentoring staff
• Progressive experience in client relationship development / management and business development with strong client relationships considered a strong differentiator
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective client presentations and written report preparation
• Ability to present technical information, both written and orally, in a concise and professional manner; must have strong technical writing skills
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed

If you are an experienced professional who is aspiring to further develop their leadership potential, then this could be the position for you.

Our team will welcome your collaboration and contribution, and you will be rewarded with high-quality support, a continual learning environment and opportunities to further grow your career.

If you’re interested in this role, please submit an application!

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.