Senior Environmental Professional

About the role

Senior Environmental Professional – Nashville, TN. A well‑established employee‑owned engineering and environmental consulting firm is seeking an experienced Environmental Professional to join their environmental practice in the Nashville market. This is a leadership‑focused opportunity for an environmental professional who enjoys managing complex projects, mentoring teams, and helping drive business growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop environmental staff, supporting both technical growth and career progression.
• Manage environmental projects from planning through execution, ensuring quality, safety, schedule, and budget objectives are met.
• Collaborate with office leadership and multidisciplinary teams to support strategic growth initiatives.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, and industry stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities while supporting proposal development and project pursuits.
• Coordinate resources across projects to ensure successful execution and client satisfaction.
• Represent the firm within the local community, industry organizations, and professional associations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience managing and executing environmental projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams, projects, and client relationships.
• Strong understanding of environmental consulting practices, project financials, quality management, and risk management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage clients, regulators, and project teams.
• Experience with business development, client management, and project delivery.
• Tennessee Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license preferred.
• Additional environmental certifications or professional accreditations are a plus.