Environmental Senior Team Leader - Energy

Job Description

At Olsson, we believe inspired people create projects with purpose. Our Energy team is driving innovation across utilities, cooperatives, municipalities, and EPCs delivering solutions that power communities and shape the future.

We’re looking for a Senior Team Leader to lead and grow our Environmental practice within the Energy market. This role is ideal for a leader who blends strategic thinking with hands‑on leadership, sees opportunity where others see complexity, and is energized by building both people and business.

This position is more than project oversight. It blends skills in business operations, technical knowledge, client development, and people leadership to support a broad range of energy providers with the environmental skills and expertise needed to bring their projects to life.

• Lead day‑to‑day operations for the Energy Environmental team with clarity, trust, and accountability
• Grow and expand environmental services across the energy market, including renewables, transmission, and natural gas
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in partnership with Energy leadership
• Build and strengthen client relationships through proactive, authentic engagement
• Oversee project delivery to ensure quality, schedule, budget, and regulatory compliance
• Champion collaboration across disciplines to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members, fostering confidence, capability, and future leaders
• Create a culture of open communication, feedback, and continuous learning
• Travel as needed to support clients, visit project sites, and connect with team members across Olsson’s geographical footprint
• Align staffing, utilization, and workload to support sustainable growth and team well‑being
• Translate strategy into action while reinforcing Olsson’s purpose‑driven values

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills
• A strong track record of client relationship management and business development
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, planning, natural resources, or a related field preferred
• 10+ years of experience in environmental services related to the energy market
• 6+ years of experience leading and developing technical teams
• Deep understanding of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and project delivery within the energy industry

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

Colorado Pay Range: $150,000 — $220,000 USD

• Competitive 401(k) match
• Tailored development paths with the opportunity to build your career
• Possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Work that has a positive impact on communities
• Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Full‑time employees receive a traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.