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Environmental Director

  • Sector: Engineering
  • Contact Email: gillian.nicholson@collinsmcnicholas.ie
  • Job Ref: 23467

Our client an established engineering consultancy company based in Ireland with a reputation for excellence have a new opening for an Environmental Director This position can be a Hybrid working option (some days in office and off-site/remote working)In this positionyou will provide strategic guidance and management to ensure successful growth of an existing enthusiastic environmental team with the following departments:

  • Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) & Environmental Planning 

  • Environmental Due Diligence & Land Contamination

  • EPA Licensing

  • ESG & Sustainability

  • Drone Surveying

The ideal candidate will have excellent commercial awareness with a proven track record of developing and upskilling internal teams to achieve high performance. You will be part of the leadership team that reports to and is supported by the Managing Director in a role that includes:  

  • Developing the growth strategy for the environmental team.

  • Managing, guiding and mentoring an enthusiastic team.

  • Improving the environmental performance for a diverse range of projects across multiple sectors.

  • Agree and manage monthly team budget, targets & performance. 

  • Recruit and Retention of the environmental team. 

  • Business Development & Bidding.

  • Manage Team Schedules, project delivery, and exceeded client expectations.

  • Direct, lead and deliver designated environmental projects

Experience Required:

  • A third level qualification (Degree/Masters) in Environmental Science or related discipline.

  • Experience working in the Irish environmental consultancy sector. 

  • 10+ years’ relevant experience preferred.

  • Ability to project manage multi-disciplinary teams and multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

  • Highly motivated individual with strong attention to detail. 

  • Be self-motivated and solution driven.

  • A good understanding of the Renewable Energy and/or Food & Drink industries would be an advantage.

  • A full clean driving licence.

A more detailed job description can be provided on application.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Gillian Nicholsongillian.nicholson@collinsmcnicholas.ie01 6620088

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