Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from SWCA Environmental Consultants
Job overview
The Business Line Director - Disaster & Resilience at SWCA leads disaster recovery and resilience projects across the Southeast/Gulf Coast, driving environmental compliance and community impact nationwide.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading environmental reviews for HUD-assisted projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing teams and budgets, developing policies, conducting risk assessments, collaborating with stakeholders, preparing documentation, and fostering a culture of environmental stewardship and safety.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an annual salary range of $140,026 to $197,309, performance bonuses, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans with 100% employee stock ownership, and flexible hybrid or remote work options.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a related field, 10 years of regulatory experience with HUD or similar federal programs, knowledge of NEPA and HUD environmental requirements, experience managing environmental reviews, and strong leadership and communication skills.
Career development
SWCA supports career growth through internal promotions, professional development programs, conference attendance, education reimbursement, leadership training, and a structured Career Landscape initiative.
Work environment and culture
SWCA is an employee-owned, collaborative, and inclusive company valuing creativity, diversity, and growth, with a strong commitment to safety, equity, and employee well-being.
Company information
SWCA Environmental Consultants is a leading, employee-owned environmental compliance firm in the US, recognized among the top 200 environmental firms by Engineering News-Record, with a focus on sustainability and sound science.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Client Services leadership team, managing multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-profile projects.
Job location and travel
The role is full-time with a hybrid or fully remote work option within the US, preferably for candidates located in the Gulf Coast or Southeast US.
Application process
Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until a qualified pool is established, with potential early closure of the process.
Unique job features
This position offers the opportunity to lead innovative disaster resilience projects with significant community impact, autonomy in leadership, and participation in an employee-owned company culture.
Company overview
SWCA Environmental Consultants is a leading environmental consulting firm that provides comprehensive services in natural and cultural resource management, environmental planning, and regulatory compliance. Founded in 1981, the company has grown significantly, offering expertise in areas such as environmental impact assessments, habitat restoration, and archaeological studies. SWCA generates revenue through consulting contracts with various clients, including government agencies, private developers, and non-profit organizations. Their commitment to sustainability and scientific integrity has established them as a trusted partner in navigating complex environmental regulations and promoting responsible development.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize leadership in environmental compliance and disaster resilience, focusing on managing HUD-assisted projects and regulatory expertise with NEPA and HUD-specific requirements.
Highlight your ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex projects, and develop policies that ensure environmental compliance in disaster recovery efforts.
Apply through multiple platforms including SWCA's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and chances of being noticed.
Connect with professionals in SWCA's Client Services or Disaster & Resilience divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent SWCA projects in disaster recovery or asking about the team culture and growth opportunities.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'HUD environmental compliance,' 'NEPA,' 'disaster resilience,' 'Environmental Review Records,' and 'federal grant programs' to pass automated screenings.
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