Job Description
General Responsibilities:
Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference in the world? Terracon, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a growth-oriented Group Manager for our Chicago region for our cultural and natural resources and NEPA team. We are considering candidates with expertise in Threatened and Endangered Species, Wetlands/Waters of the US, Archaeology, Architectural History and/or NEPA across multiple agency processes.

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 expanding the Environmental Planning practice. This is a growth opportunity within the established Environmental Planning Practice at Terracon.

Join us and be a part of a dynamic team that oversees Environmental Planning and NEPA projects and explore the possibilities of growing our practice. Terracon is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for our employees. Terracon provides excellent compensation, benefits & bonus to the selected candidate.

Roles and Responsibilities
• Conduct client development activities and work with our team to grow environmental planning services generally in the greater Midwest—including Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota, and beyond
• Prepare proposals, including scope of work and fee, for existing and new clients and be familiar with company risk policies
• Oversee and manage the success of the key group metrics of retention, revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability
• Lead safety efforts for project team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines
• Possess 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 either performing or directing and supervising field staff to conduct field work and collect data and/or document site activities

Responsibilities may also include, but are not limited to, preparing statements of qualifications, identifying new opportunities for professional services, and writing technical reports. Candidates will be expected to maintain professional relationships with regulatory personnel, prospective clients and/or other environmental planning professionals.

Requirements for the position
Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following requirements:
• Bachelor's and/or master’s degree(s) in Biology, Ecology, Archaeology, Historic Preservation/History, or other relevant field of study
• Ten+ years of related or applicable experience in Environmental Planning, NEPA, 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, National Historic Preservation Act, local & state requirements)
• Proficiency in use of GIS and Microsoft Office software, including electronic document preparation is desirable
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history




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.