Environmental Design International inc. is Hiring

Job Description:

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SUMMARY

We are looking for a talented Vice President of Operations, ideally with a technical background in Industrial Hygiene or Environmental Consulting and heavy experience in marketing and business development. This individual will assign and direct all work performed in our Baltimore office and will supervise all areas of operation. You will manage staff, foster a positive environment and ensure Client satisfaction and proper office operation. The successful candidate will have a hands- on approach and will be committed to the expansion and success of the business by implementing strategies that increase productivity and enable business development targets achievement. You will work in conjunction with our Chicago office to ensure company-wide procedures and policies are met.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary representative for the company in the Baltimore area and throughout the State of Maryland
• Ideally serve as the Environmental and Industrial Hygiene technical lead for the office
• Perform marketing and business development tasks
• Direct all operational aspects including technical operations, Client service, human resources, administration and business development with direction from our Chicago Corporate office
• Adhere to high ethical standards, and comply with all regulations/applicable laws
• Bring out the best of office’s personnel by providing training, coaching, development and motivation
• Assess local market conditions and identify current and prospective business development opportunities
• Network to improve the presence and reputation of the office and company
• Develop forecasts, financial objectives and business plans and responsibility for profit and loss
• Stay abreast of competing markets and provide reports on market movement and penetration
• Share knowledge with corporate office on effective practices, competitive intelligence, business opportunities and needs
• Manage budget and allocate funds appropriately
• Address Client and employee satisfaction issues promptly
• Meet goals and metrics

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Heavy emphasis on client relationship management
• Proven office management experience, as company manager or similar role
• Sufficient knowledge of modern management techniques and best practices
• Ability to meet business development targets and Client deadlines
• Familiarity with industry’s rules and regulations
• Excellent organizational skills
• Results-driven and Client-focused
• Leadership and human resources management skills

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Organizational, multitasking and decision-making are essential; knowledge of Microsoft Office is necessary. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent and at least two years experience in office management; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. When properly requested and when feasible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Contact:

Sindy Mondesir
Vice President/Human Resources | smondesir@envdesigni.com

direct 312.345.0479

33 West Monroe Street | Suite 1825 | Chicago, IL 60603-5326
P 312.345.1400    F 312.345.0529