At McFarland Johnson (MJ), you'll own your future. We're a 100% employee-owned firm with 80 years of experience delivering innovative engineering, planning, environmental, technology and construction solutions that make a lasting impact on the clients and communities we serve.
Certified as a Great Place to Work, our employee-owners describe MJ's culture as collaborative, people-focused, and supportive. Join us, and help shape the future of infrastructure, together.
The
Environmental Division Director is responsible for integrating environmental services across engineering disciplines, driving business growth, and delivering high-quality, compliant, and innovative solutions to our clients.
The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, leadership experience, and the ability to collaborate across aviation, civil, structural, transportation, and other engineering teams to deliver complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
Why Join Us?
- Career Growth: Accelerate your professional career with opportunities to lead, learn, and expand your expertise.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams that thrive on creativity, support, and teamwork. Collaborative is the most frequent word used to describe MJ's culture in annual employee survey.
- Employee Ownership: As a 100% ESOP, your contributions directly shape our shared success - you own your future.
- Innovation & Impact: Work on projects that push boundaries, drive sustainability, and create real-world solutions.
- Professional Development: From mentorship, ongoing technical training, and conferences we invest in your growth every step of the way.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a culture that values balance so you can thrive both professionally and personally.
- Shape the next generation: For experienced professionals, MJ offers the chance to mentor emerging talent, share your expertise, and leave a lasting legacy in the industry.
Key Responsibilities
Division Leadership & Operations
- Lead the Environmental Division, overseeing operations, project delivery, staffing, and financial performance on Environmental Division led and multi-disciplinary projects.
- Develop and execute the annual division business plan, including revenue, utilization, and profitability targets. Plan strategically for long term growth.
- Collaborate with other engineering discipline leaders to support integrated, multi-disciplinary project delivery
- Oversee resource planning, workload forecasting, and cross-functional team coordination
- Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies
Business Development & Client Engagement
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities across public and private sector clients
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, particularly for projects requiring environmental and engineering integration
- Partner with other division leaders to position the firm for large, complex, multi-disciplinary pursuits
- Lead proposal strategies, including go/no-go decisions, teaming, and value positioning
- Represent the firm at industry events, technical conferences, and professional associations
Project Leadership & Technical Integration
- Provide technical leadership across MJ on environmental issues.
- Serve as Project Principal/Manager on key environmental and multi-disciplinary projects
- Provide strategic oversight for environmental permitting, compliance, and impact assessments within engineering projects
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet technical and regulatory standards
- Support technical teams in resolving complex environmental and engineering challenges
Financial & Performance Management
- Manage division financial performance, including revenue, project profitability, and overhead
- Monitor key metrics such as staff utilization, project multiplier, and backlog
- Oversee contract review, risk management, and accounts receivable performance
Team Leadership & Talent Development
- Lead, mentor, and grow a diverse team of environmental professionals within a multi-disciplinary environment
- Collaborate with HR and technical leaders to recruit and retain top talent
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Support professional development and cross-training across engineering disciplines
Innovation & Strategic Growth
- Drive innovation in environmental services, including sustainable design, resilience, and emerging technologies
- Identify opportunities to expand environmental services within broader engineering projects
- Contribute to the firm’s long-term strategic planning and market positioning
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field (Master’s preferred)
- 12+ years of experience in environmental consulting within an engineering environment
- Proven leadership experience managing teams and delivering multi-disciplinary projects
- Strong understanding of environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance
- Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management
- Experience with resiliency projects a plus
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive base salary with performance-based incentive payment plan/bonus structure.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage.
- Generous Paid Time Off, including Parental Leave.
- Company funded ESOP + 401(k) employer match.
- Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.
Join Us and Make a Difference
Join a team where your work has purpose, your ideas are valued, and your growth is personal. Apply today and become a part of a company where you can #ownyourfuture.
