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Northeast Regional Operations Manager Region: Northeast Reports To: COO FLSA Status: Exempt (not eligible for overtime) Openings: 1 Direct/Indirect Reports: Approximately 150 Travel Required: Yes Job Summary The Regional Operations Manager holds final P&L responsibility for the Northeast region, leading major client relationships, business development, and operational staff direction for a team of approximately 150. This role requires a BS in Geology or a related environmental discipline, and a minimum of 15 years of professional experience. Key Responsibilities • Develop, negotiate, and approve regional client MSAs • Hold final P&L and budget responsibility for the Northeast region (MA, NY, NJ, PA, OH, MI, MD) • Review bids and cost estimates for large-scale projects • Lead business development and client interaction • Conduct annual performance reviews of Northeast Operations Managers • Coordinate with corporate management on company policies, goals, and resolutions • Own regional safety program performance, including incident rates, OSHA compliance, and Health & Safety Plan (HASP) oversight • Provide final technical review and approval of legally binding project documents • Ensure all operations personnel comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations • Identify new client and market opportunities • Support new office start-ups as needed • Travel throughout the region to support offices, clients, and staff as required Required Qualifications • BS Degree in Geology or a related environmental discipline (or equivalent combination of education and 15+ years of experience) • Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience • HAZWOPER / OSHA 40-Hour certification required • Valid driver's license required • Strong technical writing, negotiation, and analytical skills • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Deltek Vantagepoint (or similar project management software) • Excellent leadership and project management skills, with ability to engage senior-level client management Core Competencies Leadership & Team Development | Business Development & Client Relations | Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking | Project Management | Communication (Written & Verbal) | Judgment & Decision-Making | Adaptability | Integrity & Professionalism Physical Requirements / Work Environment • Primarily desk-based; regular use of computer and keyboard • Occasional kneeling/reaching; lifting up to 30 lbs. • Occasional outdoor exposure; typically quiet office environment Equal Employment Opportunity AXIA Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Northeast Regional Operations Manager
Region: Northeast
Reports To: COO
FLSA Status: Exempt (not eligible for overtime)
Direct/Indirect Reports: Approximately 150
Travel Required: Yes
Develop, negotiate, and approve regional client MSAs
Hold final P&L and budget responsibility for the Northeast region (MA, NY, NJ, PA, OH, MI, MD)
Review bids and cost estimates for large-scale projects
Lead business development and client interaction
Conduct annual performance reviews of Northeast Operations Managers
Coordinate with corporate management on company policies, goals, and resolutions
Own regional safety program performance, including incident rates, OSHA compliance, and Health & Safety Plan (HASP) oversight
Provide final technical review and approval of legally binding project documents
Ensure all operations personnel comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Identify new client and market opportunities
Support new office start-ups as needed
Travel throughout the region to support offices, clients, and staff as required
BS Degree in Geology or a related environmental discipline (or equivalent combination of education and 15+ years of experience)
Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience
HAZWOPER / OSHA 40-Hour certification required
Valid driver's license required
Strong technical writing, negotiation, and analytical skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Deltek Vantagepoint (or similar project management software)

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