TMT Environmental Lead for Data Centers & Digital Infra

HDR; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is a global leader delivering environmental planning, permitting, and regulatory services for mission-critical data centers, telecom facilities, and digital infrastructure. The TMT Environmental Lead will guide HDR’s environmental strategy and serve as the primary expert for the TMT sector, partnering with leadership to drive growth and quality across regions.

The role focuses on market leadership, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement, supporting BD pursuits and project delivery

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading environmental planning, permitting, and regulatory programs for large infrastructure projects.
• Experience with data centers, telecom, and digital infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of land use planning and entitlements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HDR's environmental strategy for the TMT Market Sector.
• Lead permitting strategies to accelerate project delivery while ensuring compliance.
• Build senior-level client relationships and pursue strategic opportunities.
• Mentor environmental professionals and foster cross-regional collaboration.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Client relationship management

Environmental planning

Regulatory permitting

Business development

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental planning/engineering

Advanced degree in environmental planning

Job description

HDR is a global leader delivering environmental planning, permitting, and regulatory services for mission-critical data centers, telecom facilities, and digital infrastructure. The TMT Environmental Lead will guide HDR’s environmental strategy and serve as the primary expert for the TMT sector, partnering with leadership to drive growth and quality across regions.

The role focuses on market leadership, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement, supporting BD pursuits and project delivery