Environmental Operations Manager / Team Leader

Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer.

TRC has consistently set the standard for clients needing more than just engineering services by blending scientific expertise with cutting-edge technology to create innovative, enduring solutions. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

Our team works with a diverse range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We are dedicated to delivering creative solutions that meet local needs, helping our clients thrive in a rapidly changing world. Together, we tackle challenges and strive to make the Earth a better place to live, community by community and project by project.

Joining TRC means engaging in interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications. At TRC, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. We offer a range of People Programs designed to support our employees' growth and well-being. Explore our programs here: TRC People Programs

At TRC, every voice is valued, every individual has the opportunity to make a difference, and together we shape a brighter, more sustainable future.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

TRC Companies, Inc. a pioneer in ground-breaking scientific and engineering developments since the 1960s, is an engineering consulting firm that provides integrated services to the energy, environmental and infrastructure markets. TRC serves a broad range of clients in government and industry, implementing complex projects from initial concept to delivery and operation.

SECTOR OVERVIEW

Our Environmental Sector delivers comprehensive environmental solutions to meet the full project lifecycle needs of clients in renewable energy, oil & gas, transportation, and manufacturing industries. With one of the largest multimedia air and land permitting and compliance teams in the country, we support client success in manufacturing and industry, liquids delivery and processing, natural gas storage and delivery, power generation and delivery, and transportation projects.

POSITION VALUE

This leadership role provides the Environmental Operations Manager/Team Leader with opportunities to work on a wide array of interesting project types, including offshore wind, infrastructure/transportation projects, solar/battery developments, and subsea/onshore transmission projects. The Environmental Operations Manager adds value to TRC’s Planning, Permitting and Licensing (PPL) practice by leading a diverse group of environmental professionals, including biologists, environmental scientists, wetlands specialists, and project managers. They will also work closely with PPL leaders in the Eastern region to address day-to-day operational items and to determine/implement overall strategies for PPL.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

Operations

• Coordinate operations of our PPL team in New Jersey. Interface and collaborate frequently with other PPL office leaders in the Eastern region.
• Be responsible for growing our practice in New Jersey, providing leadership and operations experience to TRC's PPL business.
• Motivate high performance -- profitability, budget control, accounts receivable, unbilled, proposal review and development.
• Contribute to the achievement of TRC’s overall company business plan objectives.
• Build lasting professional relationships with clients, employees, and key service vendors.
• Conduct industry networking and client relationship development activities.
• Develop plans and actions to recruit new and retain existing TRC technical professionals.
• Plan and participate in marketing and industry/client outreach activities.
• Provide oversight and coordination of proposals and RFP bid opportunities.

Services Delivery

• Prepare scopes of work, RFP responses and proposal/RFP costing for delivery of services.
• Review, QA/QC, and successfully execute a variety of assigned project work.
• Meet or exceed client service hour utilization targets and Key Performance Indicators.
• Provide leadership by example to build a broader PPL services delivery team.
• Maintain quality and profitability on assigned projects.
• Coordinate, manage, and direct development of project permitting applications.
• Coordinate, manage and direct the preparation and delivery of local, state, and federal project regulatory permit applications.
• Perform other duties and/or special projects.
• Possess strong verbal, written, presentation and excellent client management skills.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• BA/BS degree in Environmental Sciences or related fields. MS degree preferred.
• 10 to 20 years of relevant experience in environmental regulatory permitting.
• Efficient and effective verbal, written, and professional presentation communications skills.
• Ability to travel with overnight stays.
• Effective and organized time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability in leading multi-disciplinary technical teams.
• Proven technical capabilities and relevant project experience.
• Ability to prepare and deliver effective verbal and virtual presentations.

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Benefits*:TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status.
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program.

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Accessibility/Reasonable Accommodations

TRC complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

The complete job description and application are available onTRC’s career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.