Environmental Section Team Lead

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services firm in New York is looking for an Environmental Section Team Lead. You will drive the growth of their Environmental Program, manage project teams, and support business development initiatives. Candidates must have a Master's degree and at least 7 years of relevant experience. This is a full-time position with a commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental roles.
• Professional registration, license, or certification may be required.
• 15+ years of related environmental experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive the growth of the RBG Environmental Program.
• Support with client and business development initiatives.
• Perform Project Management on design projects.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Ability to handle multiple assignments

Education

Master’s degree in related field

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Environmental Section Team Lead - (187076)

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Responsibility and role

In the role of Environmental Section Team Lead, we\'ll count on you to:

• Drive the growth of the RBG Environmental Program
  • Identify gaps in our technical services and help develop requisitions for these technical skills
  • Support existing staff development by assisting in the selection, training, development and management of technical personnel
  • Support with the recruitment and hiring process of key production and investment staff needs
  • Assist with administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections
• Support with client and business development initiatives with new and existing NY/NJ area clients
  • Demonstrate the ability to establish new business relationships and to grow existing accounts.
  • Support the growth of the Resource Business Group’s environmental practice
  • Be involved in marketing planning, proposals and interviews
  • Work with other RBG Section Leads to cross market and support environmental services
  • Be comfortable meeting with new and existing clients and presenting HDR’s services
• Perform Project Management roles on a variety of smaller and larger multi-disciplinary design projects for various clients
  • Manage technical staff, leverage resources, and strategize how to solve project delivery issues
  • Have experienced in development and management of diverse teams
• Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts
• Assist in ensuring that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system
• Implement, monitor and support company policy

Qualifications

Master’s degree in related field

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 7 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates who reside locally are preferred.
• Experience with municipal programs and/or work in NY/NJ.
• 15+ years of related environmental experience
• Ability to navigate heavily matrixed environment

Other education:

"Master’s degree in related field" is listed under qualifications as applicable. Please verify final requirements with HDR postings.

What We Believe and Our Commitment

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other\'s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Location and Schedule

Primary Location: United States-New York-New York

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Environmental Sci and Planning

Job Posting

Job Posting: Sep 23, 2025

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let\'s work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world\'s greatest challenges and are always looking for great talent to join our global teams.