Environmental Department Manager

Pay: $125,000- $150,000/year

The position involves business development, client management, staff management and department administration. The best candidate will have excellent organizational and relationship skills, and the ability to manage client expectations while developing staff to achieve their full potential.

The department manager will play a crucial role in conducting environmental sampling and assessments to identify and mitigate potential environmental hazards. This position requires expertise in field sampling of soil, groundwater, and soil vapor, as well as the ability to perform Phase I Environmental Site

Assessments (ESAs) and conduct surveys for asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and lead-based paint (LBP).

Responsibilities:

Project ManagementReport Preparation/ReviewStaffing AssignmentsStaff DevelopmentConduct staff performance reviews and assist with career developmentMentor staff, provide training and opportunities for growthStaffing AssignmentsWork with company management to establish department financial goalsStaff interviewing, hiring and onboardingBusiness Development – build an internal and external network to generate a business backlog

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field. A masters degree (M.S.) is preferred but not required.Must be registered as either a professional engineer (P.E.) or a professional geologist (P.G.).Minimum of 15+ years of experience in environmental consulting and project managementAt present, there is a minimal expectation of travel requirements, most work is in southeastern Wisconsin.Excellent command of environmental regulations and standards.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Technical and Regulatory CompetenceAbility to work independently and lead a team.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $90000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.