Lead. Scale. Shape the Future of a Growing Environmental Services Firm.
If you’re an experienced environmental or engineering leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, operations, and people, this is an opportunity to step into a true General Manager role with full P&L ownership, the ability to scale a growing platform, and a clear path to long-term value creation.
This role is designed for a leader who wants more than stewardship. You’ll be empowered to run the business, integrate acquisitions, build strong teams, and turn strategy into execution while ownership focuses on M&A, client relationships, and long-term growth.
In short: if you enjoy building something meaningful, leading talented professionals, and creating measurable impact in the environmental space, this role was built with you in mind.
About the Opportunity
Our client is a well-established and highly respected environmental consulting, contracting, and engineering firm serving clients where environmental compliance, remediation, and strategic land and facility use are mission-critical. The organization is growing through both organic expansion and acquisitions and is seeking a General Manager to help take the business to its next phase.
What You’ll Do
As General Manager, you will oversee day-to-day operations while executing the firm’s strategic plan and scaling the organization.
Key responsibilities include:
Full P&L ownership across consulting and contracting business lines
Overseeing operations, project delivery, and post-acquisition integration
Driving growth through collaboration with Seller-Doers and regional leaders
Leading and tracking KPIs for revenue, margin, utilization, client retention, and safety
Implementing standardized SOPs, systems, technology platforms, and shared services
Overseeing HR, recruitment, performance management, and leadership development
Serving as a cultural integrator, reinforcing communication, accountability, and values
Acting as a strategic operator with a hands-on, people-first leadership style
Regional travel up to 25%
What Success Looks Like
A well-run, scalable operation with strong margins and consistent execution
Engaged teams who feel supported, challenged, and developed
Smooth integration of acquired firms into a cohesive platform
Clear visibility into performance metrics and financial outcomes
A culture rooted in service, commitment, teamwork, and safety
Core Values You’ll Champion
Service: A client-first mindset, acting as a trusted advocate and guide
Commitment: A “can-do” approach—responsive, agile, and tenacious
Teamwork: Collaborative leadership where shared wins matter
Safety: A deep commitment to employee well-being, respect, and responsibility
What You Bring
BS/MS in Engineering (PE required)
MBA preferred
10+ years of experience in professional services, ideally environmental or engineering consulting/contracting
Proven success scaling multi-office or multi-service organizations
Experience with acquisitions and post-merger integration
Strong financial acumen and a track record of profitable growth
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop both technical and administrative teams
Familiarity with environmental consulting, remediation, or related services
Established network in the Midwest market preferred
Compensation & Growth Opportunity
Total compensation: $150,000–$175,000 (base salary + performance incentives)
This role is designed for growth. As the firm’s value, profitability, and scale increase, the successful candidate will be eligible for future equity participation.
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