Air Quality and Noise Department Manager - Environmental Services (Chicago)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Air Quality and Noise Department Manager – Environmental Services

Location: Chicago, IL
Travel: ~25%

Competitive salary, full benefits, and strong opportunity for career advancement.Description

The Air Quality and Noise Department Manager is responsible for the managerial direction and leadership of a department within a regional environmental services practice. This role includes executing business strategy, developing high-performing teams, and driving overall department performance.

The Department Manager will lead the team in a dynamic and profitable manner, with a strong focus on client satisfaction, quality delivery, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to department staff, including assigning work, managing workloads, and reviewing performance
• Ensure efficient and cost-effective utilization of team members across projects
• Drive profitable growth of the department, including managing staffing levels and billable utilization
• Support and implement organizational initiatives and programs
• Provide senior-level technical guidance for air quality and noise-related projects
• Manage department budgets and financial performance targets
• Prepare and present workload and financial reports to leadership
• Lead recruitment, training, development, and retention of team members
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and mentorship
• Collaborate with project managers, business development, and proposal teams to secure new work
• Ensure adherence to QA/QC processes and quality standards
• Maintain compliance with all safety policies and procedures
• Support diversity and inclusion initiatives within the team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, geology, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in environmental consulting, design, or project management
• Prior leadership or team management experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present complex information to clients and internal stakeholders
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Strategic mindset with the ability to lead and manage change
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools