Senior Scientist - Environmental Department Manager

Job description:

Job Title: Senior Scientist – Environmental Department Manager
Company: Kapur & Associates
Location: Milwaukee, WI

About Kapur:

Kapur & Associates is a well-established, employee-owned consulting engineering firm that has been providing engineering, survey, site design, transportation, municipal, construction inspection, and construction management services to clients across the United States for over 40 years. We have grown to over 425 professionals and have multiple offices in Wisconsin, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, Florida, and Pennsylvania.

At Kapur, we’re looking for candidates who share our ALL-IN commitment to excellence. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about their work, have a strong work ethic, and are committed to delivering outstanding results. We value teamwork, and we are looking for individuals who are collaborative and enjoy working in a team environment.

Position Overview:

The Senior Scientist/Environmental Department Manager at Kapur involves technical knowledge and report preparation, 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 Senior Scientist position would transition to Department Manager at the appropriate time.

Responsibilities:

• Report Preparation/Review
• Technical Knowledge and Strategic Planning
• Staffing Assignments
• Conduct staff performance reviews and assist with career development
• Mentor staff, provide training and opportunities for growth
• Work with company management to establish department financial goals
• Staff interviewing, hiring and onboarding
• Business Development – expand our existing 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. Registration as a professional geologist (P.G.) is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 12+ years of experience in environmental consulting and project management
• At present, there is a small expectation for travel. We have several projects in Northern Illinois, some of which will require overnight stays for our staff. The Senior role will likely have minimal overnight travel.
• Excellent command of Wisconsin environmental regulations and standards. Working knowledge of Illinois Regulations would be a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead a team.

Kapur is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. We use E Verify to confirm the eligibility of employees to work in the United States.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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