Environmental Department Manager - Natural Resources

ECS Ltd • Buffalo Grove, IL

12d • $82,000 - $120,000

About The Position

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.

Requirements

• BS in Geology or a discipline related to Environmental Science; MS preferred
• 10+ years of Geology, Environmental Engineering or related experience
• Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license would go a long way
• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications": E-6/E-7/O-2/O-3

Nice To Haves

• MS preferred
• Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license would go a long way

Responsibilities

• Manage the department for continued growth with a strong emphasis on business development and marketing initiatives
• Leading and mentoring a team of environmental technicians and project managers (must supervise at least 2 full time employees)
• Overseeing environmental services projects and report reviews
• Preparing proposals for environmental services
• Managing departmental P&L
• Assisting other senior staff in marketing our services by maintaining and developing client interactions
• Supervision of employees and daily management of the department
• Report preparation and project management duties based on the needs of the department

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager