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Natural Resources National Service Line Program Manager

Shape the Future of Natural Resources Consulting

EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc., PBC (EA) is seeking an accomplished environmental leader to serve as our Natural Resources National Service Line Program Manager. This is a unique opportunity to influence the strategic direction and continued growth of one of the nation's leading environmental consulting firms while partnering with clients to solve some of today's most complex natural resource challenges.

As a senior leader within EA's Corporate Client Programs, you will help define national growth strategies, cultivate executive-level client relationships, lead pursuit and capture efforts for high-profile opportunities, and work alongside technical and operational leaders to expand EA's presence across public and private markets. This role is ideal for an established professional who combines technical credibility with exceptional business acumen and is passionate about building lasting client partnerships, mentoring future leaders, and growing a nationally recognized practice.

If you have a proven record of developing business, leading multidisciplinary teams, and helping clients navigate complex environmental challenges, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of natural resources consulting.

What You'll Do:

Lead Strategic Growth

• Develop and execute national growth strategies that strengthen EA's Natural Resources practice and align with corporate priorities.
• Identify emerging market opportunities and position EA for success across federal, state, local, private, and NGO sectors.
• Drive strategic pursuit planning, competitive positioning, and market expansion initiatives that increase our visibility and market share.
• Build long-term relationships with key clients, agency leaders, industry partners, and professional organizations.

Serve as a Trusted Client Advisor

• Develop executive-level relationships with strategic clients, becoming a trusted advisor on their most important environmental initiatives.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders and technical experts to develop innovative, practical solutions that address complex client needs.
• Represent EA at industry conferences, professional organizations, and client events, expanding our national presence and reputation.
• Lead client engagement, capture strategy, and teaming discussions for significant opportunities.

Deliver Winning Pursuits

• Lead and support major capture efforts, proposals, and qualifications packages for strategic opportunities nationwide.
• Guide project scoping, pricing strategy, risk assessment, and technical solution development.
• Ensure proposals are technically sound, compliant, and aligned with client objectives while differentiating EA in a competitive marketplace.

Build a High-Performing National Program

• Partner across EA's business units and technical service lines to support program growth and successful project delivery.
• Foster strategic partnerships that expand EA's capabilities and create new business opportunities.
• Contribute to annual business planning, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Mentor emerging leaders, support pursuit teams, and help strengthen EA's culture of technical excellence and collaboration.

What You Bring:

We're looking for an accomplished environmental professional who combines technical expertise, business development success, and leadership experience.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Ecology, Wildlife Biology, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 20+ years of progressively responsible experience in environmental consulting, natural resources, water resources, or related fields.
• Demonstrated success developing client relationships and growing business within the natural resources and environmental markets.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations, including NEPA, Clean Water Act Sections 401 and 404, Endangered Species Act, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to develop national growth strategies and lead complex pursuits from opportunity identification through contract award.
• Experience managing programs, projects, and multidisciplinary teams within a consulting environment.
• Willingness to travel approximately 30% to support clients, pursuits, and collaboration across EA's offices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Established relationships with state, local, private, NGO, and federal clients.
• Recognized expertise in one or more natural resources disciplines such as wetland science, ecology, fisheries, wildlife biology, ecosystem restoration, wildfire management, or related specialties.
• Strong capture management, proposal leadership, and strategic planning experience.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage technical experts, executives, and clients alike.
• Demonstrated success helping clients develop practical, innovative, and cost-effective environmental solutions.
• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring others and advancing organizational growth.

Why EA?

At EA, you'll join a purpose-driven organization committed to solving today's most pressing environmental challenges. You'll work alongside nationally recognized experts, influence the future of our Natural Resources practice, and help clients achieve meaningful environmental outcomes. This is an opportunity to leave a lasting impact-on our clients, our people, and the communities we serve.

Applications should represent your own work and experience.  AI generated resumes will not be considered.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants who require sponsorship at any point will not be considered.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.