Senior Director of Environmental Consulting

D&K Co. A/E/C • Austin, Texas • 2d ago

Position Overview: We're seeking a dynamic and visionary Senior Director of Environmental Services to lead our expanding Environmental Consulting group. In this pivotal role, you'll serve as both a leader and a doer, spearheading strategy, development, capture, and execution of environmental projects while prioritizing team mentorship and growth. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in environmental services, including environmental compliance, due diligence, site investigation, risk assessment, remediation, and stakeholder engagement.

What You Will Do:

Lead and Inspire: Assemble and lead teams to pursue and win projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery that exceeds client expectations and regulatory standards.
Strategic Growth: Develop and implement growth strategies to expand our client base and service offerings, showcasing our capabilities to prospective clients.
Client Engagement: Cultivate relationships with commercial and industrial clients, delivering compelling sales presentations and proposals that showcase our expertise and value proposition.
Project Management: Oversee project execution, balancing sales efforts with billable work, and ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction.
Team Development: Provide leadership and mentorship to your team, fostering a culture of accountability, feedback, and continuous improvement.
Market Awareness: Stay ahead of industry trends, track upcoming projects and programs, and identify opportunities for growth and innovation.

What You Will Bring:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field required; advanced degree preferred.
15+ years of consulting experience, with at least five years in program/project management, business development, and strategic planning within Environmental Consulting.
Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, with a track record of driving results independently.
Professional registration such as Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) preferred; PMP Certification a plus.
Strong understanding of the design and consulting business, coupled with the ability to build meaningful relationships with stakeholders.
Proven ability to develop high-performing teams through mentorship, accountability, and fostering a culture of excellence.