Environmental Department Manager

Our client, Chagrin Valley Engineering (CVE), seeks a highly motivated full-time Environmental Department Manager to join their diverse team of professionals.

This Environmental Department Manager will be the team lead to coordinate the environmental staff within our Cleveland Office and complete environmental permitting and planning for private, public, and utility agencies across Ohio.

Requested Degree/Certifications/Skills

• Bachelor's or Masters degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Botany, Forestry, Wildlife, Fisheries, Natural Resources, Wetland Science, or related field. Master's degree or additional advanced degree is preferred.
• 15 years of post-degree experience relevant to associated body of work, including wetland delineations and permitting.
• Possess strong organizational and computer skills (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft PowerPoint).
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills are required.
• Familiarity with a variety of GPS equipment and electronic data collection.
• Project experience with federal and state wetland and environmental permitting 401 Water Quality Certification and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act within the State of Ohio.
• Possess a familiarity with the U.S. Endangered Species Act and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
• Excellent relationships with local, state, and/or federal agencies.
• Past supervisory experience managing staff and directing work.
• Develops technical capabilities of less experienced staff.
• Positive and team-focused individual with the willingness to complete field work year-round.
• Valid Ohio Drivers License and insurable driving record.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage environmental field and office investigations.
• Lead in-office staff and coordinate with outside consultants for project delivery.
• Prepare proposals and maintain client relations.
• Coordinate and advise engineering staff on permitting and regulation impacts related to infrastructure projects.
• Operate GPS equipment and coordinate the use of geographic information system (GIS) mapping for permitting and other environmental documents.
• Assist and develop staff on plant identification, soil characterization, and hydrologic indicators.
• Manage wetland delineations and environmental assessments per the USACE 1987 Manual and other addendums as needed.
• Prepare permit applications and field data reports to support permitting.

Preferred Qualifications

• PWS certification or the ability to obtain is preferred or within 6 months of hire.
• Holds or can obtain within 6 months of hire the following ODOT Prequalification status Ecological Surveys, Environmental Document Preparation (CE), Stream & Wetland Mitigation, and Waterway Permits
• Experience completing other biological wildlife surveys.
• Experience with environmental grant funding sources and writing

CVE is a civil and environmental engineering and surveying firm that provides public and private clients with practical solutions to their infrastructure challenges. Our team of engineers, environmental scientists, surveyors, and GIS specialists work collaboratively to deliver a full-service experience where combined technical expertise, personal commitment to excellence and a common-sense approach delivers cost-effective and constructible results to our clients.

Since 1996, CVE has provided professional services across Northeast Ohio with a focus on working collaboratively across disciplines. We develop and implement solutions that provide a quality and functional project within the budget constraints and long-term goals of each client, while executing appropriate coordination with our clients and project stakeholders. Our comprehensive services include traffic and planning studies, pedestrian, bicycle and roadway design, drainage and stormwater expertise, traffic signal, pavement marking and signing design, surveying and mapping, stormwater support services, GIS mapping, and environmental consulting.

CVE offers competitive compensation and benefits that include medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, bonus program, continuing education program, and a 401(k) with company match.