Director of Marine Services

Position Title: Director of Marine Services

Location: ES Remote

Department: Marine Services

Job Type: Exempt

Position Summary

The Director of Marine Practice Area will oversee and lead the company's Marine division, focusing on freshwater mussel and aquatic surveys, underwater services including inspection and construction, ecological assessments, biological assessments, marine environmental and permitting compliance, habitat assessments, and wildlife mitigation and conservation efforts. This role involves managing client relationships, ensuring project quality, and aligning services with regulatory frameworks. The Director will work closely with both internal teams and external stakeholders to develop strategies that ensure the sustainability and growth of the company's Marine management services.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Lead and supervise the Marine Practice Area team, including project managers, biologists, commercial dive supervisors, and field staff.
• Promote a collaborative work environment focused on high performance and client service.
• Ensure the professional development of team members through mentorship, training, and performance evaluations
• Maintain and enforce health and safety standards for diving and fieldwork operations, ensuring team readiness and regulatory compliance.

Project Management & Delivery

• Oversee the execution of ecological and mussel service projects and underwater services, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Ensure adherence to relevant environmental and safety regulations and standards such as ESA, OSHA, and others.
• Manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously and allocate resources effectively.
• Conduct regular project reviews to assess risk, financial performance, and client satisfaction.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and quality control plans.
• Revenue tracking and forecasting of Marine Projects.

Business Development & Client Relations

• Growth and Direction of Marine Practice area
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients and partners, maintaining long-term relationships.
• Work with the business development team identifying new opportunities and expanding services to existing clients.
• Collaborate with internal marketing and proposal teams to create compelling technical and cost proposals.
• Create a team that fosters strong relationships with existing clients to ensure repeat business and long-term partnerships.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory changes and emerging trends in freshwater mussel services and underwater services protection.
• Attend client meetings, conferences, and industry events to represent the company.

Budgeting & Financial Oversight

• Develop and manage the division's annual budget.
• Oversee project budgeting and ensure profitability while maintaining high standards of service.
• Monitor and control expenditures for Marine projects.

Strategic Planning & Innovation

• Collaborate with senior leadership to define the long-term vision and strategic priorities for Marine Services.
• Explore innovative approaches to Marine management and incorporate emerging technologies.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities within the marine environmental sector.
• Assist in developing annual budgets and financial projections for the practice area.

Regulatory Compliance & Safety

• Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory frameworks, including CWA, ESA, and dive safety standards (e.g., ADCI, OSHA).
• Guide the permitting process and interactions with federal, state, and local agencies.
• Oversee implementation and regular updates of safety protocols specific to diving and underwater fieldwork.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, Marine Management, or related field.
• Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in Marine services, environmental consulting, or ecological assessments and 8+ years of management experience overseeing teams in mussel services, underwater services or environmental consulting role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Master's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Ecologist, Certified Wetland Scientist, or other relevant credentials.
• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and environmental modeling software.
• Experience working with federal and state agencies, municipalities, and private sector clients.
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance, mitigation banking, or habitat restoration projects.
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations, including ESA, OSHA, ADCI, AAUS and other relevant legislation.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and budgets concurrently.
• Proven track record of successful client management and business development.
• Conflict resolution skills and managing staff.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to inspire, lead, and mentor interdisciplinary field teams in dynamic and remote environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly in conveying complex scientific and regulatory concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain and grow client relationships, with a focus on understanding client needs.
• Ability to work across departments and with external partners in a collaborative and productive manner.
• Experience with software tools such as GIS, environmental modeling, and project management platforms.
• Business acumen and strategic thinking, with a track record of growing service areas and building client relationships.
• Problem-solving mindset and passion for innovation in aquatic ecological work.

Work Environment

This position is a remote role, meaning employees will work remotely from the field or home, but may be required to come into an EnviroScience office occasionally.

Standard office equipment will be provided to work in the office.

Additional:

Department & Division: Marine Services

Exempt Status*: Exempt

Reports to**: Vice President of Operations

Works with Inside Company:

• ES Leadership Team
• Marine Services Operations & Field Staff
• Project Managers and Technical Specialists
• Corporate Support Teams (HR, Safety, Marketing, Finance, BD)

Works with Outside Company:

• Federal and state regulatory agencies (e.g., USFWS, USACE, state DNRs)
• Commercial and industrial clients (e.g., energy, utilities, infrastructure)
• Vendors and subcontractors (e.g., diving contractors, lab services)
• Environmental consultants and engineering partners

Working Conditions:

• Remote position with occasional travel to EnviroScience headquarters for staff meetings
• Occasional travel for client meetings, site visits, and field supervision
• Occasional fieldwork in freshwater and marine environments, often in remote locations and varied weather

Supervisor Responsibilities: Yes - Oversight of Marine Services Practice Area staff, including malacologists, commercial divers, and administrative coordinators.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work indoor and outdoors in all climate types.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods (office/computer work)
• Occasional lifting of equipment or materials up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional walking, standing, and navigating uneven terrain or aquatic settings
• Must be able to communicate effectively and have visual and auditory acuity for field supervision

Travel Requirements:

• Weekday travel (up to 10%) for field projects, conferences, and client engagement*This position is classified as exempt based on the job duties.

**The company reserves the right to make changes to the reporting structure for this position due to business needs.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Company: EnviroScience