Department Manager - Natural & Cultural Resources (Multiple Locations)
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LocationMultiple Locations
SeniorityDirector
Experience7+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 26, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live3d ago
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Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, environmental science, or related field from an accredited curriculum and 7 years of related professional experience in design and/or project management
Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients
Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change
Must possess strong project management skills and a strategic perspective
Must be expert in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Previous leadership and/or management experience is preferable
Skills
Microsoft Word
Excel
PowerPoint
About the role
The Natural & Cultural Resources Department Manager is responsible for the managerial direction and leadership of the Natural & Cultural Resources department within our Mid-Atlantic Environmental Services group. Reporting to the Mid-Atlantic Regional Environmental Services Manager, this position leads a multidisciplinary team supporting infrastructure projects through environmental planning, permitting, compliance, and natural and cultural resources studies. The Department Manager works collaboratively with other Department Managers and leaders across the Environmental Services Global Practice to support strategic growth, operational excellence, client service, and technical excellence.
The Natural & Cultural Resources Department Manager is responsible for supporting and executing business strategy, developing high-performance teams, and promoting the Burns & McDonnell culture, values and mission. The Department Manager will lead the department in a dynamic and profitable manner based on Burns & McDonnell’s core values of client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity, safety and overall outstanding service.
The Natural & Cultural Resources team supports projects throughout the project life cycle, from early environmental due diligence and siting studies through permitting, mitigation planning, regulatory coordination, and construction support. The department provides expertise in wetlands and waters permitting, ecological and protected species studies, cultural resources investigations, tribal coordination, and associated federal, state, and local permitting requirements. By integrating natural and cultural resource considerations with engineering and project delivery objectives, the team helps clients advance critical infrastructure projects while managing risk, maintaining compliance, and minimizing schedule impacts.
Responsibilities
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Provide leadership to the team; direct and coordinate work assignments and review performance to ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
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Responsible for profitable growth of the department; staff structuring, staff loading, and staff assignments meet project requirements while maintaining billable goals.
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Protect, maintain, and grow client relationships for the success of the department.
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Foster a positive seller/doer mindset at all levels of the department focused on opportunistic growth, client service, and opportunity for department staff.
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Implement, apply and support company, global practice and/or regional office programs and initiatives; successfully navigating and managing change within the department.
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Provide expert-level technical and design guidance and support.
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Achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
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Manage department budget and expenditure of funds.
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Prepare and present workload and monthly financial reports to global practice or regional management and applicable project managers.
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Recruitment, development, training and retention of staff.
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Responsible for conducting performance evaluations for department staff.
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Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to the department.
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Responsible for interpreting policies, purposes and goals of the organization to staff.
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Responsible for collaborating with business development managers, business line leaders, project managers, and proposal production staff on proposals to secure work for staff.
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Support the strategic growth and delivery of Natural & Cultural Resources services across a variety of infrastructure markets, including transportation, power, renewables, water, aviation, federal, and other commercial and industrial sectors.
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Foster collaboration among biologists, wetland scientists, archaeologists, environmental planners, engineers, and project managers to deliver integrated solutions for clients.
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Support the development and implementation of environmental planning, permitting, and regulatory strategies associated with federal, state, and local requirements, including the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, National Historic Preservation Act, and related regulations.
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Promote technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within the Natural & Cultural Resources department.
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Responsible for overall QA/QC process adherence.
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Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
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Responsible for maintaining compliance with equal employment opportunity initiatives.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
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Comply with all policies and standards.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, environmental science, or related field from an accredited curriculum and 7 years of related professional experience in design and/or project management.
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Previous leadership and/or management experience is preferable.
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Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
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Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change.
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Must possess strong project management skills and a strategic perspective.
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Must be expert in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
About the company
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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