**Overview:** UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education. Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships. As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence. **Summary** The **Environmental Department Manager** is a key role responsible for managing the technical, operational, and financial aspects of the environmental practice line for Florida Operations. This position oversees and directs environmental professionals responsible for drilling, sample/data collection, subcontractor tasks, evaluates data, and compiles written reports for submittal to clients and regulatory agencies. The ideal candidate is a reliable, trustworthy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where both collaboration and autonomy are valued. **Qualifications** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities:** + Lead and manage the Environmental Department, including hiring, training, mentoring, and evaluating team members + Develop and implement departmental goals, strategies, and policies to meet environmental objectives and organizational priorities + Oversee the performance of the department to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, policies, and best practices + Foster a culture of sustainability, environmental stewardship, and safety across the organization + Develop and manage the departmental budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources + Ensure that all environmental permits are obtained and maintained in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (such as FDEP, EPA, USACE, and DERM) + Monitor and assess the organization’s compliance with environmental laws, guidelines, and industry standards + Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies and act as the organization’s representative during inspections, audits, and other regulatory processes + Develop and implement strategies for reducing environmental risks and ensuring operational compliance + Develop and implement sustainability programs and initiatives to reduce environmental impacts (e.g., waste management, energy conservation, water use reduction) + Lead initiatives aimed at achieving environmental certifications (e.g., ISO 14001) and other sustainability standards + Create, update, and enforce environmental policies related to waste disposal, resource conservation, and pollution prevention. + Collaborate with other departments to integrate environmental considerations into business practices, product development, and project planning + Oversee and review environmental assessments, reports, and studies related to air quality, water quality, land contamination, and other environmental impacts + Ensure that environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and site assessments are completed for new projects and facilities + Provide clear and actionable recommendations to leadership based on environmental findings + Prepare and submit required reports to regulatory agencies, ensuring timely and accurate documentation of compliance and performance + Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on environmental policies, sustainability practices, and compliance requirement + Foster continuous learning within the department and organization about emerging environmental issues and trends + Ensure all team members are kept up to date with the latest environmental laws, industry best practices, and technologies + Other duties may be assigned **Required Qualifications:** + Valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria) + Ability to pass a background check screening in accordance with Florida’s Jessica Lunsford Act (or equivalent state classification). + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related science field + Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EI) certification required + Minimum of 10+ years’ related experience + Experience in client management, sales, marketing, and proposal development + Proficiency in soil, groundwater, sediment, & air sampling procedures + Knowledge of FDEP and DERM, regulations, technical guidance documents, and SOPs + Ability to read & write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as the ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients. + Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop, including sending and receiving emails, and the ability to learn Field Data Collection (FDC)/Inspector Gadget to input data and prepare reports. + Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. + Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Proven ability to lead a team, manage projects, and influence change across an organization. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and staff. + Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address environmental challenges and implement solutions. + Experience with environmental management software, GIS systems, and standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite). + Knowledge of sustainability certifications like **ISO 14001** or **LEED** . + Experience with corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs. + Familiarity with the use of data analytics to track environmental performance metrics. **Physical Demands & Work Environment:** + Required to drive, stand, walk, use hands to type, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, talk, and hear. Body motions and movements include: bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and pushing. + Lifting and/or moving up to thirty-five pounds regularly is expected, and up to seventy-five pounds on occasion. + This job is located in Florida, with exposure to intense sun, intense heat, humidity, rain, thunderstorms, and other adverse weather conditions. + Job site conditions may or may not be accessible by vehicle and can include wetlands, swamps, grasslands, and fields with uneven surfaces, sand, brush, and other natural and man-made obstacles. + This job is primarily and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and construction sites where the noise level is usually moderate to loud. **Who We Are:** UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level. **Growing in Excellence** As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 75 branches and 3,500 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us. **Why Work at UES?** We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. **Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.** Check out our website: https://teamues.com/ Follow us on social media: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/universal-engineering-sciences-inc/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/universalengineeringsciences/) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/universal\_engineering\_sciences/) | Twitter (https://twitter.com/UniversalEngSci) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXK2FHVTcS5o9uLEKO7RuYg) \#GroundedInExcellence _EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job._ **Team:** Environmental Department **Work Type:** Salary **Location Type:** onsite