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Form of workHORNE is a professional services firm founded on a cornerstone of public accounting. As a top 25 business advisory firm, our 2,000+ team members serve clients from offices and project locations across the nation and Puerto Rico. Our Government Services practice is at the forefront of economic recovery programs nationwide with one of the most experienced and innovative teams anywhere. Our team provides program and project management, compliance, grant management, subject matter expertise and disaster recovery solutions needed to help government agencies affect positive change.
Description
HORNE's Government Services focus area is searching for a qualified Environmental Manager to assist with implementation of environmental projects associated with federal grants and programs related to housing, infrastructure, economic development, mitigation, and city/community revitalization. Many of these grants are related to disaster recovery activities and specifically require preparation, review, and approval of Environmental Review Records and evaluations for funding for a HUD CDBG Program. The position is for an energetic person who will be working on multiple projects simultaneously.
Your daily impact will require:
- Working in a team environment that implements strategies, processes and solutions.
- Supporting the project team with National Environmental Policy Act environmental reviews for HUD Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery and other Federally funded projects and programs.
- Communicating progress of tasks, problems, and resolutions to internal clients.
- Research and identify possible environmental concerns and recommend mitigation measures.
- Making recommendations for individual projects and coordinate resolutions and improvements to ensure compliance.
- Prepare and/or review technical correspondence, technical reports, work plans, and project specifications.
- Collaborate with internal senior professionals on environmental issues and permitting issues.
- Working with state and local governmental entities to document and assess internal controls.
- Working with internal team in developing proper procedures for NEPA and 24 CFR 58 environmental reviews.
- Coordinating with project teams executing Phase 1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
- Supporting business development efforts to ensure team growth and development
Tools you’ll need in your toolbox:
- A bachelor’s degree in one of the environmental sciences (Biology, Geology, Environmental, Earth Sciences, Coastal, Wetlands Biologist) or environmental engineering.
- 10+ years’ relevant work experience (Master’s degree counts as 1 year of experience).
- Experience preparing NEPA compliant Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments and Categorical Exclusions.
- Working knowledge of CDBG or similar federally funded program(s).
- Experience coordinating with regulatory agencies, stakeholders and subrecipients.
- Fundamental understanding of procedural requirements including consultation, permitting, public engagement, and compliance monitoring.
- Experience drafting policies and procedures, public notices, memorandums of understanding/agreement and other environmental documentation.
- Experience in disaster recovery or emergency management setting is preferred.
- Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Pro, virtual meeting services and similar software programs.
- GIS and data management/system of record experience is a plus.
- Ability to analyze environmental documents, recommend courses of action to solve problems, meet client needs, expectations, and shifting priorities/timelines.
- Ability to perform duties accurately and independently and to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Problem-solving and results-driven mindset sought.
HORNE Values…
- A forward thinking, anticipatory professional driven by a passion to pursue your full potential and dreams.
- A work environment that promotes collaboration, consistency, and community service to empower people.
- An inclusive culture that promotes career/life integration and invests in developing people in areas of focused expertise.
HORNE Offers…
- An unrivaled distinctive, special culture that values collaboration, innovation, and positive energy which HORNE calls “Deliver with Care.”
- A team of professionals grounded in strong, personal relationships and a sense of belonging to a common purpose for adding value and making a difference.
- A dedicated team of individuals from diverse backgrounds working together to leave our clients better than we found them.
- “Fearless Unrivaled Flexibility” – It’s about results, not the hours you work.
The firm you’ll be joining is a decidedly different business advisory firm. HORNE goes beyond traditional accounting to collaborate, advise, and align with clients to transform rapid change and uncertainties into opportunities for growth and profitability.
We are a team that focuses on reaching our full potential, rewards high performance, and prioritizes leadership development for every team member. HORNE emphasizes health and personal development through our multiple wellness programs, and we pride ourselves on offering "unrivaled flexibility". Despite our size, HORNE takes time to recognize, support, and celebrate one another's successes, working together for the highest good. Come join us at team HORNE!
