ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER - Government Services

HORNE is a professional services firm founded on a cornerstone of public accounting. As a top 25 business advisory firm, our 2,000+ team members serve clients from offices and project locations across the nation and Puerto Rico.

Our Government Services practice is at the forefront of economic recovery programs nationwide with one of the most experienced and innovative teams anywhere.

Our team provides program and project management, compliance, grant management, subject matter expertise and disaster recovery solutions needed to help government agencies affect positive change.

FLSA Classification Exempt

Salary Grade / Level / Family / Range Level (Maybe Supervisor? Not mapped yet)

Reports to Senior Manager

Summary / objective

The Environmental Supervisor or Manager assists with implementation of environmental projects associated with federal grants and programs related to housing, infrastructure, economic development, mitigation, and city / community revitalization.

Many of these grants are related to disaster recovery activities and specifically require preparation, review, and approval of Environmental Review Records and evaluations for fundings for HUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Works in a team environment that implements strategies, processes and solutions.
• Supports the project team with National Environmental Policy Act environmental reviews for HUD CDBG Disaster Recovery and other Federally funded projects and programs.
• Communicates progress of tasks, problems, and resolutions to internal clients.
• Researches and identifies possible environmental concerns and recommend mitigation measures.
• Makes recommendations for individual projects and coordinate resolutions and improvements to ensure compliance.
• Prepares and / or reviews technical correspondence, technical reports, work plans, and project specifications.
• Collaborates with internal senior professionals on environmental issues and permitting issues.
• Works with state and local governmental entities to document and assess internal controls.
• Works with internal team in developing proper procedures for NEPA and 24 CFR 58 environmental reviews.
• Coordinates with project teams executing Phase 1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• Supports business development efforts to ensure team growth and development.

Supervisory responsibilities

May supervise a team directly or indirectly.

Work environment

Work to be performed in HORNE office setting or remotely

Physical demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.

Travel required

Travel based on business needs, estimated 10% annually

Required education and experience

Indicate requirements that are job-related and consistent with business necessity

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the environmental sciences (Biology, Geology, Environmental, Earth Sciences, Coastal, Wetlands Biologist) or environmental engineering
• 6+ years of relevant work experience (Master’s degree counts as 1 year of experience).
• Experience preparing NEPA compliant Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments and Categorical Exclusions
• Working knowledge of CDBG or similar federally funded program(s)
• Fundamental understanding of procedural requirements including consultation, permitting, public engagement, and compliance monitoring
• Experience drafting policies and procedures, public notices, memorandums of understanding / agreement and other environmental documentation.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Pro, virtual meeting services and similar software programs.
• Background check required

Preferred education and experience

• Experience conducting Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments or completing contamination and toxic substances assessments for HUD funded projects
• Experience in disaster recovery or emergency management setting

HORNE Values

• A forward thinking, anticipatory professional driven by a passion to pursue your full potential and dreams.
• A work environment that promotes collaboration, consistency, and community service to empower people.
• An inclusive culture that promotes career / life integration and invests in developing people in areas of focused expertise.

HORNE Offers

• An unrivaled distinctive, special culture that values collaboration, innovation, and positive energy which HORNE calls Deliver with Care.
• A team of professionals grounded in strong, personal relationships and a sense of belonging to a common purpose for adding value and making a difference.
• A dedicated team of individuals from diverse backgrounds working together to leave our clients better than we found them.

The firm you’ll be joining is a decidedly different business advisory firm. HORNE goes beyond traditional accounting to collaborate, advise, and align with clients to transform rapid change and uncertainties into opportunities for growth and profitability.

We are a team that focuses on reaching our full potential, rewards high performance, and prioritizes leadership development for every team member.

HORNE emphasizes health and personal development through our multiple wellness programs. Despite our size, HORNE takes time to recognize, support, and celebrate one another's successes, working together for the highest good.

Come join us at team HORNE!