26520BR

　　Service Line:

　　Environmental

　　Office Name:

　　Phoenix

　　Job Description:

　　Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference in the world? Terracon, a 100% employee-owned company, seeks a growth-oriented Group Manager for our southwestern Biology/Ecology team. We are looking for candidates with expertise in biology/ecology across multiple southwestern species as well as waters of the U.S.

　　As the Group Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead the daily operations of a growing team, including safety, staff training & development, performance conversations, 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 regional leadership team and environmental service line leadership to develop an Operations Plan and a business development strategy for your group with the goal of growing the biology/ecology practice. This is a growth opportunity within the rapidly growing Environmental Planning Practice at Terracon, as we expand the practice within our established southwestern practice. Join us and explore the possibilities!

　　Join us to be a part of a dynamic team that delivers biology/ecology services and explore the possibilities of growing the biology/ecology practice. Terracon is committed to providing our employees with a safe and healthy work environment.

　　Roles and Responsibilities

　　Conduct client development activities and work with our team to grow environmental planning services in the greater southwest—including Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico.

　　Prepare proposals, including scope of work and fee, for existing and new clients.

　　Work with an existing environmental team to deliver work products and consulting solutions for clients.

　　Work proactively with account managers from our National Client Account Program for successful, timely, project delivery in the southwest.

　　Collaborate with department managers and environmental staff in our southwestern offices as well as our Rocky Mountain and West Coast Divisions.

　　Oversee and manage the success of the key group metrics of retention, revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.

　　Employ best practices for risk management and loss prevention. Be familiar with company risk policies.

　　Lead safety efforts for project team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines

　　Possess a strong understanding of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.

　　Possess skills to become Subject Matter Expert (SME) in one of more environmental/technical areas.

　　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.

　　Perform site visits, field observations and field data collection in area of technical expertise.

　　Responsibilities may also include, but are not limited to, preparing statements of qualifications and proposals, identifying new opportunities for professional services, and authoring technical reports. Candidates must maintain professional relationships with regulatory personnel, prospective clients, and/or other natural resource professionals.

　　Requirements for the position

　　Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following requirements:

　　Bachelor's and/or master’s degree(s) in Botany, Biology, Ecology, or other relevant field of study.

　　Ten+ years of related or applicable experience in biology, project management and environmental permitting.

　　Five+ years of related or applicable experience in leading people and teams

　　Understanding of, and/or committed willingness to learn, Federal, State, and local environmental regulations and permitting requirements (e.g., Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, local & state requirements)

　　Proficiency in use of GIS and Microsoft Office software, including electronic document preparation is desirable.

　　Holding species-specific permits such as 10(a) scientific study permits for one or more species is desirable.

　　Proficiency in delineating Waters of the U.S., including wetlands is desirable.

　　Experience with solar and transmission line projects as well as commercial projects and data centers is desirable.

　　Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

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　　Exemption:

　　Exempt

　　Requisition ID:

　　26520BR

　　Posting Title:

　　Biology Group Manager

　　Employment Type:

　　Regular, Full Time

　　City, State (Office Location):

　　Tempe, AZ

　　About Terracon:

　　Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

　　Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

　　EEO Statement:

　　Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

　　Job Category:

　　Operations Management