Climate Resilience Lead

Haskoning; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Flexible working options

Development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Haskoning seeks a Climate Resilience Lead to shape and execute our global market strategy in flood, coastal and water resilience. You will drive growth, engage clients at senior levels, and lead external representation to strengthen our market position worldwide.

Ideal candidates bring strong strategic leadership, deep climate resilience expertise, and a proven track record in turning market trends into opportunities. International travel and collaboration across regions are expected.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic leadership and driving growth in global markets.
• Strong background in flood risk, coastal, and water resilience sectors.
• Excellent ability to translate market trends into value propositions and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Shape and evolve Haskoning's global climate resilience strategy across markets.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of strategic opportunities and pursuits.
• Cultivate senior-level client relationships and partnerships with investors and authorities.
• Represent the firm externally through thought leadership, events, and publications.
• Foster cross-regional collaboration to align capabilities with market needs.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Business development

Client engagement

Thought leadership

Climate resilience

Water resources / civil eng

Education

Degree in civil engineering or environmental sciences

Job description

Leading our global market approach in flood, coastal and water resilience

Join Haskoning and help shape the future of flood, coastal and water resilience worldwide. This is a highly visible leadership role that combines strategy, business development, client engagement, and thought leadership – focussed on growing our global position in flood risk management, coastal resilience, climate adaptation and integrated water management supported by our climate advisory capabilities.

What you will do as Climate Resilience Lead

As Climate Resilience Lead, you will drive Haskoning's global market approach and growth -combining strategic leadership, business development, client engagement, and external representation to strengthen our market position, develop new opportunities, and ensure we continue to deliver meaningful impact for our clients and communities.

At Haskoning, climate resilience is rooted in water, focused on delivering practical, large-scale solutions in flood risk management, coastal resilience and integrated water systems, complemented by climate advisory that helps clients shape strategy and investment decisions. We are looking for someone who understands the technical, commercial and policy drivers shaping investment in this sector and can translate these into market opportunities and client value.

Shape our global market strategy

• You will define and evolve our global approach to climate resilience, ensuring we focus on the right markets, clients and opportunities.
• Set strategic direction and strengthen our global positioning.
• Identify priority markets, sectors, and clients.
• Turn market, policy and investment trends into clear market insights, value propositions and growth plans.

Drive growth and business development

• You will play a central role in building a strong pipeline of strategic opportunities and supporting major pursuits.
• Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of strategic opportunities.
• Support major pursuits and develop winning strategies and client engagement approaches.
• Work with business development and our marketing & growth team to convert opportunities into successful projects.

Develop strategic client relationships

• You will engage with clients and partner at a senior level to strengthen our market presence
• Develop relationships with key clients, investors, public authorities, and industry partners.
• Support key account strategies for major clients.
• Ensure client needs and market demands are reflected in our services and innovation efforts.

Lead industry engagement and thought leadership

• You will represent Haskoning in the market and strengthen our reputation as a trusted adviser.
• Act as our external ambassador for climate resilience.
• Build visibility through events, partnerships, and publications.
• Position Haskoning in priority markets

Connect expertise across our global business

• You will build and connect a global Climate Resilience community across our international teams.
• Connect capabilities across regions and disciplines.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Support the development of future capabilities aligned with market needs.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

This role reports directly to the Strategy Director – Water & Maritime. The role will be based in either the NL or the UK, international travel will be required throughout the year.

What you bring

• Significant experience in a strategic, commercial, or business development leadership role, ideally within global consulting or engineering environments.
• Strong background in flood risk management, coastal engineering, water management, catchment and river basin management or climate adaptation of water-related infrastructure.
• Proven track record in business development, developing markets and winning complex, high value opportunities.
• Strong external network across clients, partners and investors in the sector
• Ability to operate in complex, international matrix environments and influence senior stakeholders
• Highly commercial, with a strong client focus and ability to translate strategy into tangible business results.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.
• Degree in civil engineering, environmental sciences, or related discipline
• The role can based in either the Netherlands or the United Kingdom and candidates must have the legal right to work in the respective country.

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

What we offer:

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary with annual increases. Prioritisationof your well-being: by offering flexibility, support anda strong senseof community to ensure work and personal life go hand in hand.
• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment where people come first, diversity is embraced, team spirit is high, and everyone is approachable. And with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and YoungHaskoning.
• For UK You can read more about our benefits here.
• For NL you can read more about our employee benefitshere.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective.

Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here.

We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute.

Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

Given the strategic nature of this role, we have tailored our recruitment process, and it will consist of three stages: The journey consists of an initial online conversation, shortlisted candidates will be invited to a face-to-face interview, including a strategic assessment and presentation and then a final interview with our senior leadership. An online assessment will also form part of the process.

Do you have any questions about the role or the process? You can always contact Sanne Bron, Recruiter, at [e-mail].