Lead Environmental Scientist/Engineer – Environmental Compliance

The Foth Companies

Lead Environmental Scientist/Engineer expanding Foth's compliance services in Southeastern U.S. while delivering high-quality technical services to industrial clients.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental compliance services, client relationship management, and project leadership within the Southeastern U.S. market. Proven ability to develop proposals, mentor teams, and navigate state-specific regulations effectively.

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Environmental Compliance ServicesClient Relationship ManagementProject ManagementEnvironmental RegulationsTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Environmental ScienceEnvironmental EngineeringProposal DevelopmentPricing StrategyProject DeliveryField InvestigationsRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Client AdvisoryMentoringStrategic Planning

Industry Keywords

Environmental ConsultingSoutheastern U.S.Industrial ClientsMarket PositioningBest Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leverage existing relationships to uncover new business opportunities to establish and expand Foth’s environmental compliance services in the Southeastern U.S. (e.g., Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, the Carolinas)
Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact
Develop proposals, scopes of work, and pricing strategies to win new projects
Provide technical leadership and direction for environmental compliance services in the region
Mentor and develop staff supporting Southeast projects; help build and scale a regional team over time
Contribute to strategic planning, including market positioning and service line growth
Establish best practices and ensure consistency in project delivery and client experience
Lead and manage complex, multi-disciplinary environmental compliance projects from initiation through completion
Serve as a project manager and client advisor for key accounts
Account for state-specific regulatory nuances across Southeastern states
Travel within the Southeast to support client development and project execution
Support on-site industrial compliance activities and oversee field investigations
Represent Foth at industry events

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of environmental consulting experience with industrial clients
Demonstrated success in client relationship management
Experience leading complex projects and cross functional teams
Prior experience with environmental regulations
Proven ability to operate independently and build a market presence

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment
Professional growth opportunities