Division Manager - Environmental Services

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a leading multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm that provides environmental services, forensic consulting, engineering design, construction management, and claims & dispute resolution solutions to insurance carriers, sureties, law firms, real estate owners, property managers, public agencies, and commercial clients.

Due to growth and new demand for our environmental services in the California market, we are seeking a Division Manager to lead for our regional Environmental Services group.  We are looking for a candidate who has strong technical and business development skills, who will be in charge of expanding our presence in the region. Division Managers coach and manage teams of consultants who perform a variety of environmental and industrial hygiene services.  

This can be a remote or hybrid based role for candidates residing in California. 

Core responsibilities:

• Manage projects to meet milestones, budget, deadlines, regulatory requirements, or other performance indicators.
• Manage all aspects of the project life cycle: planning, scope definition, budgeting, coordination, execution, and delivery.
• Actively participate in Account Management and Business Development program to engage with clients and procure work. 
• Manage project staff members and subcontractors.
• Oversee and provide technical review of projects in the region.
• Senior review proposals and technical assessment reports including ensuring accurate data/summary tables and/or figures.
• Manage resource allocation to achieve utilization goals across region.
• Coordinate work activities for multiple project functions to ensure satisfying delivery. 
• Senior review Health and Safety Plans/Job Safety Analyses for sites and ensure a safe work environment for all. 

• BS in Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related environmental field.
• 10+ years of professional experience and technical proficiency in environmental consulting services, including conducting and leading client facing due diligence, remediation, environmental compliance and/or industrial hygiene projects.
• Appropriate licensure necessary to act as senior lead and reviewer on project work (PG, PE, CIH, etc.). Cal/OSHA 'Certified Asbestos Consultant' is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead consulting teams, technically and operationally.
• Successful track record of managing multi-faceted environmental projects that include planning, assessment, remediation, and monitoring of impaired properties.
• Proven track record of Business Development success.
• Ability/willingness for frequent regional travel with some national travel for client work and events. Valid driver's license required.
• Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Relevant safety certifications pursuant to OSHA regulations (OSHA 10/30, HAZWOPER).
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong technical report writing skills.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The hiring range for this position is estimated at 110,000 to 150,000. Higher title/range available to candidates with technical and business development experience.

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VERTEX offers a solid total compensation package including base salary and discretionary bonus plan. We also offer a robust benefits package including, healthcare (with multiple plan options) and dental; Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. We offer a 401k plan with immediate match and vesting, Flex Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and other perks.  We provide a generous paid time off plan for eligible employees including 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays (prorated for eligible part-time employees).  Our “Lifetime of Learning” program also offers tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education, to help employees grow their skills and careers.

VERTEX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you require assistance to complete any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at [email protected].

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that VERTEX does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VERTEX.