Western US Environmental Practice Lead
About the Company - This company is a global leader in engineering, architecture, construction, and environmental consulting. It provides a wide range of services across multiple sectors, including energy, transportation, water, and environmental management. The firm specializes in delivering integrated solutions, from initial planning and design to full-scale construction and project management, supporting complex projects that require innovative and sustainable approaches. With a reputation for technical expertise and a commitment to client satisfaction, the company is known for its collaborative approach, working closely with clients to ensure projects are tailored to meet specific needs and regulatory requirements. As a 100% employee-owned company, it fosters a strong internal culture of ownership, accountability, and excellence, with a focus on long-term relationships and cutting-edge solutions across industries.
About the Role
- We are seeking an experienced and strategic Environmental Practice Lead to join our team in California.
- This role is pivotal in expanding our Environmental Practice, which includes services such as site investigation & remediation, air quality, environmental compliance, and natural & cultural resource management.
- The Environmental Practice Lead will play a key role in leveraging existing capabilities, driving growth, and increasing market share across California.
- This position is ideal for a proactive leader with a collaborative mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and extensive experience in the environmental consulting industry.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in environmental consulting, with a focus on site investigation, remediation, compliance, air quality, and/or natural and cultural resource management.
- Proven experience in business development and growing a consulting practice, with a strong network within California's environmental sector.
- Experienced seller-doer capable independently generating at least $1mm of annual revenue.
- In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations in California.
- Strong project management skills, with experience leading large, multidisciplinary projects.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, matrixed organization and drive cross-selling opportunities across service lines.
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