General Manager 2

Fairfield, New Jersey
Pace Analytical Services

Shift:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

We are seeking an accomplished leader in the Environmental Testing or other related industry experience for a pivotal role overseeing service and operational programs within the business unit.

The position is based in Fairfield, NJ Environmental Lab but will require extensive travel-up to 4-5 locations-across New Jersey and New York areas within the business unit. Candidates from outside the state or the Northeast region are encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in the environmental industry, with a demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage profit and loss (P&L) responsibilities, and oversee operations across multiple sites.

Essential Functions

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all environmental service and operational initiatives across multiple job sites.
• Lead, organize, and administer programs for laboratory, field, and service operations to ensure compliance, efficiency, and excellence.
• Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the facility(s); directs the preparation and administration of the budget.
• Direct P&L management for the assigned sites, driving business performance and cost-effective service delivery.
• Oversee and evaluate the activities of cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, local, and industry-specific environmental regulations and standards.
• Report key operational and service metrics to senior leadership, providing actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Initiate and manage special projects, identify operational priorities, and coordinate solutions across locations.
• Maintain current knowledge of environmental laws, industry trends, and regulatory changes.
• Promote the organization’s mission, delivering exceptional service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manages special projects by identifying issues and priorities; communicates and coordinates, and evaluates results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, biology, operations management, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of relevant managerial experience preferably in the environmental industry or other similar industry experience
• Proven track record of leading complex operations and driving business results.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Required Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of environmental regulations, operational laws, compliance standards, and relevant codes.
• Expertise in service and operational administration in complex, specialized environments.
• Thorough understanding of administrative functions: goal setting, program development, implementation, evaluation, and multi-area employee management.
• Advanced experience building, motivating, and managing high-performing, multi-location teams.
• Strong skills in budget development, P&L management, and overall administration.
• Proficiency with field-specific computer applications and operational systems.
• Ability to navigate interpersonal relationships across diverse backgrounds, including challenging situations.
• Advanced program planning, development, evaluation, and multi-site coordination abilities.
• Expert in delivering clear oral presentations and written reports at all organizational levels.
• Strong business English, with correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Required Skills

• Skilled in planning, organizing, and administering comprehensive service and operational support.
• Proven program and staff management abilities.
• Experienced in training on policies and procedures.
• Capable of developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for organizational success.
• Adept at building effective teams and motivating for exceptional, cost-effective customer service.
• Expert in performing service and operational duties across assigned areas.
• Competent in interpreting and explaining relevant laws, codes, and regulations.
• Experienced consulting for supervisors and managers.
• Skilled in preparing clear, concise reports and communications for various audiences.
• Demonstrates initiative and independent judgment within leadership frameworks.
• Uses tact, discretion, and prudence in interactions.
• Effective in oral presentations to diverse groups and organizational levels.
• Contributes to team and work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships across the organization.

Find Your Place at Pace – We need you – your curiosity, your talents, and your drive – to help us advance this important work.

Benefits
When you join Pace , you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.