Director, Environmental Planning

ICF Olson; United States; Remote; USD 144,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF Olson is seeking a Senior Business Development Lead to advance environmental services growth, with a Florida focus and a strong client network. You will guide strategy, mentor staff, and coordinate across teams while supporting nationwide projects.

Expect remote work with occasional travel and leadership in pursue of complex programs. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/policy/biology and 15+ years of relevant experience, plus a proven capability in winning work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, policy, biology, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience on environmental, energy, or natural resource projects.
• Experience leading business development and developing technical & cost proposals.
• Well-developed industry network with private/public sector clients and regulatory agencies.
• Strong business development acumen with market understanding and positioning for new work.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development and build client relationships with emphasis in Florida.
• Direct project teams, including subconsultants, on strategy, agency coordination, and deliverables.
• Oversee project aspects: client contact, budget, invoicing, schedule, and staffing.
• Provide regulatory coordination and compliance support under NEPA, CWA, ESA as needed.
• Write and review technical reports and environmental documents.
• Perform QA/QC of project documents and client-focused deliverables.
• Mentor staff in technical, project, and business development skills.

Skills

BD leadership

Relationship building

Proposal development

Agency coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science/policy/biology

Master's degree in environmental science/policy

Job description

U.S. Remote (Florida preferred) We are the Environment & Planning Division. We are passionate about doing what's right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment. We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence - these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow.

ICF is hiring an experienced and technically accomplished Senior Business Development Lead in environmental services with an environmental science, environmental policy, biology, or related background.

You will lead business development activities and drive growth and play a leadership role in growing our services with an focus in Florida. You will drive growth in the water and energy sectors for our environmental services and manage client and teaming partner relationships. You will provide oversight, strategy, and technical advice for projects, with support from a team to successful completion. You will be able to apply a wide range of experience and demonstrated capabilities in the pursuit of complex projects across multiple geographies and regulatory platforms. You will support the growth and development of our team as a technical leader, mentor to junior staff, and principal contributor to business development activities. You will work with ICF team members across the country, maintaining working relationships with client contacts and be willing to undertake periodic short-term travel. Position is remote with a preference for a location in Florida.

What You Will Do

• Lead business development and build relationships with clients and substantially contribute to business development in energy, water, and other areas with an emphasis in Florida.
• Lead project teams and staff, including subconsultants, on project tasks, including strategy development, agency coordination, and report and deliverable preparation.
• Oversee the management of all aspects of a project including client contact, agency coordination, budget control, invoicing, schedule, personnel allocation/planning, technical approach, and subcontractor involvement.
• Lead or advise staff on regulatory and natural resource agency coordination and consultation efforts as required under federal regulations and statutes such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Clean Water Act (CWA).
• Write and review technical reports and public environmental documents.
• Perform QA/QC review of project documents, reports, presentations, technical memorandums, and other work products with a focus on technical adequacy, regulatory compliance, and client-specific requirements.
• Provide mentoring and training to staff in all aspects of the position, including but not limited to technical expertise, project and client management skills, writing, business development and other consulting-specific skills.
• Be a positive, curious, organized, innovative, committed, self-motivated and supportive addition to our team environment.

What You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental policy, biology, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience with environmental, energy, and/or natural resource projects.
• Experience leading business development efforts including the development of technical and cost proposals.
• A well-developed industry network with private/public sector clients and regulatory agencies with proven ability to win project work.
• Strong business development acumen and an understanding of the market and an ability to identify and effectively position for and capture new project work for ICF.

What I'd Like You to Have

• Master’s degree in environmental science, environmental policy, biology, or related discipline.
• A demonstrated ability to lead business development and growth in environmental services.
• Experience with growth and project execution in the State of Florida.
• Detailed knowledge and demonstrated experience with NEPA, CWA, and ESA, agency consultation and coordination, and scientifically sound assessment of project effects.
• Ability to collaborate across ICF divisions, build and maintain client and teaming partner relationships, and generate new environmental services business.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $144,381.00 - $245,448.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

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About ICF ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.