Sustainability & Climate Resiliency Department Manager  

Grand Rapids, MI

Who we are

NTH Consultants, Ltd. (NTH) has been providing professional engineering consulting services to the energy, community development, industry, transportation, and water markets since 1968. From a small, Detroit-based, geotechnical engineering firm, our company has grown into to a nationally recognized, full service infrastructure and environmental consulting firm, providing a wide range of services in civil design, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, and facilities engineering. Those who join our team will see first-hand the impact they have on the environment, public infrastructure, renewable energy, and community development efforts through exciting, high-profile, and challenging projects. Every day, our staff solves problems and overcomes challenges that make an immediate difference to our clients and the people they serve.

A day in the life of a Sustainability Department Manager at NTH

·   Lead sustainability strategy development through peer benchmarking, stakeholder engagement and external landscaping to assess material topics, establish and/or align goals and devise strategic roadmap to execution.

·   Facilitate communication and educational workshops with internal teams and leadership to bring cohesive alignment in accelerating sustainable business practices. Support external communication of NTH’s vision, mission and strategic objectives.

·   Partner with departments, strategic market leads, management and clients in the development and implementation of sustainable business practices and services in alignment with reputable standards and industry best practices.

·   Build, grow and manage a high-performance team in pace with integration of sustainability services and growth. Serve as a leader and subject matter expert while empowering and nurturing team member development. Direct, supervise and manage staff and budget accordingly.

·   Actively develop commercial strategies and key strategic partners to pursue and win new business opportunities that result in revenue growth with target clients aligned with NTH’s enterprise strategy.

What you need to apply

• Bachelor of Science degree in chemical, civil, or environmental engineering, sustainability, environmental science or related degree. Master’s degree preferred.

·   15+ years of demonstrated leadership experience in environmental compliance and sustainability programs with expertise in emerging regulations, sustainability frameworks, voluntary disclosure and climate science.

·   Skilled in engaging cross-functional teams driving alignment and progress toward a common goal.

·   Highly skilled communicator able to address varied audiences with exceptional balance of in-depth detail and poignant brevity.  

·   Must be an experienced leader, strategic thinker, and inquisitive professional that is interested in developing sustainable solutions to the nation’s complex environmental issues. A client advocate that understands the regulatory hurdles and is skilled in guiding clients and teams through the pathways to success. Brings perspective of global objectives and landscapes matched with deep knowledge of local issues and challenges to facilitate sustainability integration with current business practices and future opportunities.

·   Must have demonstrated, team-oriented approach to problem-solving, and have strong interpersonal skills for contact with clients, NTH project managers as well as corporate level senior management.

·   Ability to develop and maintain business relationships with targeted clients, develop business strategies and action plans for creating growth opportunities in line with NTH strategic focus. Conduct periodic site / client visits, project, and business development meetings.

·    Passion about sustainability and delivering exceptional programs and solutions.

• Exceptional time management skills, ability to manage multiple assignments at any given time, and ability to work in a team environment and mentor/develop staff.
• Strong organizational skills and high level of attention to detail.

·    May be required to perform job duties in the field and office, during non-standard work hours, as necessary.

• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

What you will enjoy (the perks!)

• Become an employee owner with us: company contributions to a qualified retirement plan through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• We believe in work life balance: Flexible and hybrid work schedules available.  
• Generous PTO package and paid holidays.
• Participation in our total rewards program with competitive salaries, and low-cost health plans.
• Cafeteria plan options for health, dental, vision plans, and a 401K plan with a company match.
• Company paid employee assistance program for employees & families.
• Paid parental leave.
• Give back to the community through various volunteer events and fundraisers.
• Tuition reimbursement for our long-life learners.
• Professional development opportunities & paid professional memberships.

Why choose us?

In 2022, NTH has been named a Crain’s Cool Place to Work, a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace, and a National & Metro Detroit’s Best and Brightest Company. As an employee-owned firm, we take our work seriously, but we know how to have fun. We promote a relaxed company culture that focuses on improving not only our staff members' professional life, but also their personal life. We regularly schedule company activities which support employee ownership, such as golf outings, off-site company holiday party, food trucks, book clubs, ESOP month Oktoberfest celebrations, and many more team building events. We also offer a robust engagement program that focuses on all aspects of wellness. Opportunities include regular challenges, educational presentations and health initiatives, impromptu activities such as group lunch walks, healthy snack days, after work bike outings, and more.  

Work Authorization

Authorized to work full-time in the U.S.A. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired are required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

AAP / EEO Statement

NTH Consultants, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

NTH Consultants, Ltd. participates in E-Verify.