The San Diego Area (San Diego and Imperial Counties) is seeking a Senior Program Manager to join the environmental team. We are looking for a Senior Program Manager to support our environmental services practice in southern California. Our four (4) southern California offices contain a multi-disciplined team that provide a wide variety of services including: environmental permitting & planning, environmental compliance, environmental site assessments, remediation, redevelopment, and program management for the federal government, city and county agencies, ports, airports, school districts, national retailers, and commercial property developers. This person will manage environmental projects and be our primary point of contact with key regional clients. The candidate must have an extensive assessment and remediation background and proven successful project portfolio building skills. This candidate will lead project management, technical execution, team engagement, and strategic client and business development for multi-disciplinary industrial and construction environmental clients. This person will be based out of our San Diego headquarters office.
As a Senior Program Manager, you will work closely with the SoCal Environmental Service Line Manager and a dynamic team to deliver environmental projects and ensure that work is performed on time, on budget, and meets our client’s requirements and company policies, procedures and standards. You and your team will work together to prepare winning proposals and you will help to deliver proper scoping of services, availability of staff, and pricing to be profitable. You will prepare and review reports and will coach and mentor junior staff on quality data generation and reporting. You will have the opportunity to be a leader in the daily operations of a growing team with focus on safety, staff training & development, efficient utilization of equipment and facilities, quality of services and work product, timely delivery of services and deliverables, and overall quality and client experience. You will also get the opportunity to work with the office leadership team and environmental service line leadership to develop an Operations Plan and a business development strategy for the team with the goal of growing the environmental service line practice. As a Senior Program Manager, you will also participate in business development activities with the office leadership team to identify, develop, win, and execute exciting project opportunities and build and maintain client relationships.
Essential Roles/Skills/Responsibilities:
Conduct analysis of environmental data from complex environmental an/or hydrogeologic investigations, familiarity with remediation systems, and regulatory compliance.Conduct client development activities and work with our team to develop a book of business focused on environmental planning, assessment, compliance, remediation, and program management in the SoCal region and support growth throughout the West.Provide excellent customer service and have excellent communication skills.Work proactively within our National Client Account Program for successful, timely, project delivery.Collaborate and provide environmental support to our other Geotechnical, Civil Design, Water, CoMet, and Construction Services groups.Mentor and oversee staff environmental scientists, geologists, and engineers. Oversee and manage the success of the key team metrics of retention, revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risks. Employ best practices for risk management and loss prevention. Be familiar with company risk policies.Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines.Promote continuous quality review and improvement on projects.Possess strong understanding/working-knowledge with San Diego Department of Health, Regional Water Quality Control Boards, CEQA/NEPA, and California Department of Toxic Substances Control; experience working with US Navy is a plus.Understand and implement technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.Serve as an inter-disciplinary team member in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.As a Senior Program Manager and role model, this leadership position requires an excellent attitude and ability to communicate and effectively manage a talented bench of internal and external team members.
Experience:
9 – 12 years of related experience in environmental consulting. 6 – 7 years project management experience with multi-disciplinary environmental compliance projects and proven responsibility with scope / schedule / budget. Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations required with in-depth knowledge of California and federal environmental regulations, history of strong client relationships and the ability to provide high-end technical advisory support and win new contracts. 5 – 6 years supervisory/management experience required.
Education:
Bachelor of Science required, Master’s Degree preferred, from an accredited college or university with a major in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering, Geology or related field. Professional Licensure (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) required.
POSITION CONDITIONS
This position is performed in an office and field environment.Candidate must pass a medical surveillance that includes drug screening.Ability to lift up to 25lbs.Up to 20% of time may be dedicated to field activities in varying environmental conditions including inclement weather.Some night and weekend work may be required for this position.May periodically require travel and stays outside of the greater San Diego area.Personal vehicle use for travel to / from project site is expected. Move Forward with KleinfelderKleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver. Progress with an Employer that Values YouKleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following: Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: 141,440-216,455 Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program. Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules) NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder. Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareSubmit a referral to this jobRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQsSoftware Powered by iCIMS
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