Lead Environmental Scientist/Engineer - Environmental Compliance

FothCullman, AL

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Director

Remote

Option for remote

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate! Learn more at foth.com/careers.

Foth is seeking a strategic, entrepreneurial Lead Environmental Scientist/Engineer to grow our environmental compliance presence in the Southeastern United States. This role will serve as a key leader in expanding our regional footprint while delivering high-quality technical services to industrial clients.

Foth's preference is for a candidate to be based out of our Jacksonville, FL; Memphis, TN; Cullman, AL; or Columbia, SC offices but are open to remote candidates located in Louisianna, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, or Florida.

Primary Responsibilities:

Leverage existing relationships to uncover new business opportunities to establish and expand Foth’s environmental compliance services in the Southeastern U.S. (e.g., Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, the Carolinas)
Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact
Develop proposals, scopes of work, and pricing strategies to win new projects
Provide technical leadership and direction for environmental compliance services in the region
Mentor and develop staff supporting Southeast projects; help build and scale a regional team over time
Contribute to strategic planning, including market positioning and service line growth
Establish best practices and ensure consistency in project delivery and client experience
Lead and manage complex, multi-disciplinary environmental compliance projects from initiation through completion
Serve as a project manager and client advisor for key accounts
Account for state-specific regulatory nuances across Southeastern states
Travel within the Southeast to support client development and project execution
Support on-site industrial compliance activities and oversee field investigations
Represent Foth at industry events and regional associations

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of environmental consulting experience with industrial clients
Demonstrated success in client relationship management
Experience leading complex projects and cross functional teams
Prior experience with environmental regulations
Proven ability to operate independently and build a market presence

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in Southeastern U.S. regulatory environments
Established client network in the Southeastern region
Professional Engineer (PE) or similar certification
Environmental auditor certification
Industry experience in manufacturing or food and beverage
Experience with air and water permitting

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Notice to Third Party Recruiters/Agencies: Foth does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed recruiting agreement coordinated through Foth, Foth reserves the right to pursue and hire candidates without financial obligation to third party recruiters or agencies.

Artificial Intelligence: Foth uses artificial intelligence and other technology-assisted tools in connection with parts of our recruiting and hiring process, including to assist with reviewing application materials, identifying potentially qualified candidates, sourcing candidates, and supporting interview preparation. These tools are used to support, but do not replace, human decision-making, and all employment decisions are made by qualified human reviewers. Where required by law, we will provide additional information regarding the use of these tools, and applicants may contact us with questions or request reasonable accommodation regarding their use.

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This job at Foth is located in Cullman, AL, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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Foth lists this role as a Full-time position.

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Foth is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.

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Yes, this position at Foth supports remote work, giving candidates the flexibility to work outside the primary office location.

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The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

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Foth offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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