Job FunctionsSupport established clients and projectsInitiate new client outreach and marketing opportunitiesSupervise field- and staff-level personnel on project executionCoordinate with clients and engineers to manage reports and deliverablesPerform quality review of project deliverablesTrain, manage, and mentor lower-level staff in all aspects of project executionManage and perform wetland assessments, wetland delineations, Federal and State wetland/waterway permitting, wetland and stream Restoration design and implementation, threaten and endangered species consultation, etc.Prepare competent and complete proposals and budgetsHandle administrative office tasks and demonstrate efficient project management skillsReview financials and accurately bill assigned projects
Job RequirementsBS Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or Environmental Engineering5 or more years’ experience in Natural Resources fieldStrong leadership and management abilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong ability to market and build client list
SkillsKnowledge of local, state, and federal regulations, implementation and guidanceStrong leadership and management abilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong ability to market and build client listAbility to take care of team professionally, personally, and everything in betweenCompetitive salary with generous Paid Time Off and Paid HolidaysAnnual bonus potentialComprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending AccountsCompany-paid Life Insurance and both Short- and Long-Term Disability InsuranceInvestment in Your Future through our 401(k) with Company MatchEducation Assistance Program to help continue growth and learningEmployee Assistance Program for short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and morePeak Health Wellness Plan for personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness supportStay Connected & Inspired through free memberships to professional societiesProfessional Development Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training to help reach goalsReferral Bonuses for bringing great people on boardRecognition That Matters with Employee Recognition ProgramTeam Spirit & Fun with company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment
Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) is currently seeking a Natural Resources Leader with 5-10 years of experience for our Sterling, Virginia office. GTA’s Natural Resources Group is growing across the Eastern U.S., and this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Natural Resources professional to grow with us by supporting and leading the expansion of our Natural Resources Services presence in Virginia!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support our established clients and projects to continue generating repeat and new business
- Initiate new client outreach and be alert to new marketing and business opportunities
- Supervise Field- and Staff-level personnel on all appropriate aspects of projects
- Coordinate with clients and engineers to manage/prepare reports and other deliverables (including appropriate figures, analysis summary tables, exploration logs, and other accurate project documentation)
- Perform quality review of project deliverables, providing constructive feedback to staff
- Train, manage, and mentor lower-level staff in all aspects of project execution
- Responsible for scheduling and completing the project, monitoring the budget, and updating supervisors and the client, with limited supervision from higher-level personnel
- Manage and perform wetland assessments, wetland delineations, Federal and State wetland/waterway permitting, wetland and stream Restoration design and implementation, threaten and endangered species consultation, etc.
- Prepare competent and complete proposals and budgets
- Handle administrative office tasks and demonstrate efficient project management skills
- Review financials and accurately bill assigned projects, and assist with collections
- Assist in developing in-house practices and professional development presentations to staff
- Coordinate and communicate with other GTA disciplines
REQUIREMENTS:
- BS Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or Environmental Engineering
- 5 or more years’ experience in Natural Resources field
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations, implementation and guidance are required
- Strong leadership and management abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong ability to market and build client list
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
We believe in taking care of our team—professionally, personally, and everything in between. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:
- Competitive Salary with generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to support your work-life balance
- Annual Bonus Potential – your hard work deserves to be rewarded
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – including Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Peace of Mind – with Company-paid Life Insurance and both Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Invest in Your Future – through our 401(k) with Company Match
- Education Assistance Program – helping you continue to grow and learn
- Employee Assistance Program – free access to short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and more
- Peak Health Wellness Plan – personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support
- Stay Connected & Inspired – with free memberships to professional societies
- Professional Development – Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training to help you reach your goals
- Referral Bonuses – bring great people on board and get rewarded
- Recognition That Matters – we celebrate achievements big and small with our Employee Recognition Program
- Team Spirit & Fun – enjoy company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment
We ensure nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and all revisions and addendums thereof. #breezygta #LI-onsite
Life at Geo-Technology Associes, Inc.
Thrive Here & What We Value- Competitive Compensation- Comprehensive Benefits Package- Professional Growth & Advancement- Equal Employment Opportunity Policy- Employee Referral Bonuses & Recognition Programs- Company Picnics, Events & Great Working Environment- Free Membership to Professional Societies- Nondiscrimination Policy