Environmental Practice Leader – Energy & Infrastructure Consulting (California)

talisman; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and construction consulting firm is seeking an experienced Environmental Practice Leader to lead environmental operations in California. This executive role focuses on managing a multidisciplinary team and driving growth within the energy and infrastructure consulting sectors. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership in AEC consulting, a track record in business development, and established relationships in relevant industries. A unique opportunity for a senior professional ready to elevate a top-tier practice in California.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience overseeing environmental or technical teams within the AEC consulting industry.
• Strong track record in business development for energy and infrastructure clients.
• Established relationships in sectors like T&D, water, or manufacturing.
• Ability to scale and lead a high-performing practice in a competitive market.
• Strategic and results-oriented approach to practice operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the environmental practice, managing a multidisciplinary team of 30–35 professionals.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand the firm's consulting footprint.
• Drive business development efforts to win new work and strengthen client relationships.
• Partner with leadership to define and execute the environmental group’s vision.
• Ensure excellence in project delivery and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership in AEC consulting

Business development

Project management

Relationship building

Job description

Environmental Practice Leader – Energy & Infrastructure Consulting (California)

A leading engineering and construction consulting firm is seeking a dynamic and experienced Environmental Practice Leader to lead its environmental consulting operations across California. This executive-level role is central to driving growth, innovation, and strategic direction within the firm’s rapidly expanding energy and infrastructure sector, with a strong emphasis on environmental services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the environmental practice in California, managing a multidisciplinary team of 30–35 professionals.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand the firm’s footprint in energy and infrastructure consulting, including T&D, mission-critical, water, and manufacturing sectors.
• Drive business development efforts, leveraging a strong network to win new work and strengthen client relationships.
• Partner with senior leadership to define and execute the environmental group’s vision and long-term growth strategy.
• Ensure excellence in project delivery, technical quality, and regulatory compliance across all environmental consulting services.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven leadership experience overseeing environmental or technical teams within the AEC consulting industry.
• Strong track record in business development, with success in securing and managing environmental consulting projects for energy and infrastructure clients.
• Established relationships in sectors such as T&D, water, manufacturing, or mission-critical facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to scale and lead a high-performing practice in a competitive consulting market.
• Strategic, results-oriented, and confident in taking full ownership of practice operations.

Location

• This role is open to candidates based in any of the firm’s California offices.

This is a unique opportunity for a senior environmental professional to step into a high-impact leadership position with significant influence and growth potential. If you're ready to lead and elevate a top-tier environmental practice in California, we encourage you to apply.

Thank you so much!

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development, Consulting, and Strategy/Planning

Industries

• Services for Renewable Energy