Brownfields Practice Manager

Job Description

Are you passionate about EPA's Brownfields Program and revitalizing the community you live in? Do you possess a strong technical background in assessing and remediating contaminated properties, combined with proven leadership skills?

If so, Terracon's Salt Lake City office has an exciting opportunity for you!

As one of the largest and most-established environmental consulting firms in Utah, Terracon has an incredible team of environmental professionals and amazing clients.

The selected candidate will be responsible to lead our Brownfields Practice and will have extensive experience with the following :

General Responsibilities :

• Consult with potential clients on the advantages of EPA Brownfields Grants
• Develop and write compelling Brownfields Grant applications
• Prepare winning proposals to implement Brownfields Grants awarded to clients
• Performing all aspects of the programmatic management of Brownfields Grants and / or assist clients with their Grant management, and
• Coordinate and manage grant-related planning, assessment, investigation, and cleanup projects

The Brownfields Practice Manager will report to the Environmental Department Manager and lead a talented team while fostering professional growth.

Preference will be given to applicants with a proven track record in environmental investigation, remediation, and Brownfields management.

Additional general responsibilities are described below.

Supervise or monitor all projects in progress in the department to ensure that work is executed on time and in accordance with the client's requirements and within company policies, procedures and standards.

Supervise the preparation of proposals and cost estimates to clients to ensure proper scoping of services, availability of manpower and pricing to achieve desired profitability.

Supervise the daily operations of a department including staff training, development, and performance review, utilization of equipment and facilities, safety oversight, quality of services and work product, timely delivery of services and deliverables, and adherence to policies and procedure.

Plan for and participate in business development activities to identify, develop, win, and execute project opportunities and build and maintain client relationships.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities :

• Responsible for preparation of proposals and cost estimates.
• With support from the Department / Office manager perform business and client development activities.
• With support from the Department / Office Manager develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection and on-boarding.
• With support from the Department / Office Manager prepare and execute annual business plan for the specialty service group.
• With support from the Department / Office Manager oversee and manage the success of the key group metrics of revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.
• Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company.

Be familiar with company risk policies.

Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment;

demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.

Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor quality standards and practices. Engage APRs on projects at their onset.

Requirements :

• Minimum 5 years' experience
• 8 years' experience, preferred.
• 4 years environmental project management experience.
• Preference given to experience implementing EPA Brownfields grants, Professional Engineer (PE) and / or Professional Geologist registration or similar professional registration / certification relevant to the type of services and projects being managed.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

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About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide.

Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services.

Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package.

Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.

We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.