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Response Manager
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What they do
An Environmental Planner or Scientist uses training and background in natural sciences to study the environment and threats to the environment. Investigates environmental problems and advises on solutions. May focus on potential environmental health risks to people, such as unsafe drinking water, or on protecting the environment and ecosystems from human activity such as development and industrial pollution.
$74,240 / year median in Minnesota
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Response Manager SET Environmental Inc Starting at $85,000/year - SET Environmental has a full range of benefit options including Medical, Dental, and Vision, Paid Time Off, as well as other supplemental benefits. United States, Minnesota, Morris 14 Green River Road (Show on map) Aug 31, 2026 A Response Manager at West Central Environmental Consultants (WCEC) and SET Environmental, Inc.
is responsible to:
Provide leadership in all aspects of client projects including management of Emergency Response projects, project management, client development, and client management
Lead emergency response and follow-up environmental project work including investigation, remediation, sample collection, data analysis, while working alongside and supporting other Project Managers and Senior Managers on multiple projects
Manage environmental permitting, investigation and remediation tasks
Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste containerization, manifesting, profiling, transport, storage, and disposal
Coordinate and deliver on-schedule and on-budget tasks
Coordinate and oversee the work of subcontractors
Assist with developing junior staff, particularly in emergency response activities, technical data collection, sample collection, site management, and client relations through skills training and on the job experience
Lead the ER team in the field, including extended time periods as necessary on large scale and high-profile responses
Assist with management, administration, and execution of SET's OSRO program
Direct and perform fieldwork which may include soil sampling, groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, biological sampling, excavation oversight, operation and maintenance of remediation systems, and vapor intrusion/soil gas surveys
Write and prepare technical reports, work plans, letters, and memorandums
Perform office work which can include task coordination, data compilation and interpretation, cost estimates, health & safety plan preparation, report writing, regulatory file review, proposal writing, project strategy development, schedule and budget management, and establishment of subcontracts
Perform report preparation, writing, and review
Record and maintain detailed scientific field notes accurately
Adhere to SET's quality assurance/quality control procedures
Follow SET's health and safety policies, responsible for on-site safety
Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs and growth objectives
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in applicable field
Minimum of 2 years related industry experience
Obtain and keep current all certifications/licenses required (i.e. 40 Hour
HAZWOPER
Training, Confined Spaces)
Hold a valid Driver's License
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds regularly
Basic computer skills, such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Read and speak English sufficiently
Must be flexible to changes in schedule and be available for "on call" status
Must be able to work in various climates
Strong decision making and leadership skills
Ability to problem-solve and multitask
Ability to maintain positive customer relations
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations