What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resources Practice Lead position at MNS Engineers Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
At MNS Engineers, Inc. (MNS), we’re not just growing—we’re thriving! As a dynamic multi-service consulting firm, we specialize in planning, construction management, civil engineering, and land surveying. With nine offices statewide, we’ve been a trusted partner in the transportation, water resources, government services, and federal markets for over 60 years. Our success story is built on innovation, excellence, and commitment to our clients. If you’re looking to be part of a forward-thinking company that’s making a real impact, MNS is the place for you!
MNS is hiring a Natural Resources Practice Lead / Principal to expand our Biological and Regulatory Permitting services throughout California. This position has the option of being remote (with the ability to be in an office when necessary), or hybrid (sharing time between one of the nine California offices and home).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
MNS Engineers is seeking a self-driven, results-oriented Natural Resources Practice Lead to direct the expansion of our Biological and Regulatory Permitting Practice throughout California. Reporting to the Planning and Community Development Business Unit Lead, the Practice Lead will be responsible for client engagement, leadership, strategic planning, staff development and business development within the MNS Planning and Community Development team. Job duties include :
- Work with company leadership to create and manage business and staffing plans and achieve performance goals for the Natural Resources team to grow market share in California.
- Work with the Business Development / Marketing team to reestablish contacts upon joining MNS, build new relationships, and track upcoming opportunities with existing and prospective clients to build a steady and growing pipeline and backlog
- Lead environmental compliance projects as a Project Manager or technical specialist, overseeing California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) biological resources analysis, California Endangered Species Act (CESA) / Federal Environmental Species Act (FESA) species permitting, and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) biological resources analysis.
- Leading a wide range of biological field operations including general biological resource assessments, focused surveys, preconstruction surveys, and construction monitoring.
- Ensure the MNS Natural Resources team excels both technically and financially by overseeing project performance and maintaining high standards in proposal and work product quality
- Actively engage with the Environmental Services industry, contributing innovative ideas, participating in industry associations, and establishing yourself as a recognized contributor and leader
- Drive performance by managing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) outlined in the annual business plan, ensuring we meet or surpass our financial targets for the year
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements :
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated to lead and represent the Natural Resources team. They should possess a positive attitude and a genuine passion for serving others, supporting staff at all levels. The candidate should be enthusiastic about collaborating with peers across MNS Business Units in a dynamic work environment, sharing clients, industry intelligence, and support existing projects.
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Other Required Skills
MNS Engineers is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our team members. Depending on your employment status, MNS Engineers’ benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence and retirement benefits. MNS Engineers is an EEO / AA M / F / V / D employer.
