Development Director - WtE (Florida)

FCC Environmental Services•St. Petersburg, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

FCC Environmental Services is seeking a Development Director – Waste-to-Energy (WtE) to drive the expansion of its WtE platform across North America. This is a senior leadership role responsible for originating, developing, and executing investment opportunities, including greenfield projects, public-private partnerships, and acquisitions of operational assets. The successful candidate will drive projects from early-stage origination through investment approval and financial close, working at the intersection of commercial strategy, technical development, and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred)
10+ years’ experience in infrastructure, energy, or waste sector development
Proven track record of originating and delivering complex projects to financial close
Experience in Waste-to-Energy senior management, either Maintenance or Operations is a must.
Demonstrated experience in M&A transactions, including due diligence and deal execution
Strong understanding of public procurement frameworks, PPP models, and long-term concession structures
Experience working across multiple jurisdictions and in matrixed organizations

Responsibilities

Identify and secure new Waste-to-Energy opportunities, including greenfield developments, municipal procurement processes, and strategic acquisitions
Shape and execute the North American WtE development strategy in alignment with FCC Group growth objectives
Maintain a robust, forward-looking development pipeline across priority markets
Conduct technical, contractual and strategic due diligence on prospective projects.
Lead the full development lifecycle from opportunity screening through feasibility, structuring, and investment approval
Direct technical, environmental, commercial, and financial workstreams to deliver bankable, investment-ready projects
Work collaboratively with Commercial Director – WtE in the preparation and submission of bids, tenders, and proposals for public and private sector opportunities
Assist and work alongside FCC Enviro M&A team in acquisition processes, including origination, valuation, due diligence, and negotiation of transaction terms
Structure and negotiate key project agreements, including feedstock supply, offtake (power/heat), EPC, and O&M contracts
Support financing processes and engagement with lenders, investors, and internal capital approval bodies
Build and maintain senior relationships with municipalities, regulators, technology providers, and industry partners
Lead stakeholder engagement strategies to support project development and successful procurement outcomes
Monitor market dynamics, regulatory developments, and technology trends to inform investment decisions
Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, finance, legal, environmental, and commercial disciplines
Manage external advisors including technical, legal, and financial consultants
Prepare and present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and governance committee.
Oversee the transition of successfully developed or acquired projects to delivery and operations teams
Ensure continuity of project intent, contractual obligations, and risk allocation through handover.
Champion a strong safety and environmental culture across all development activities
Ensure all projects are developed in compliance with applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations
Promote best practices in environmental performance, permitting, and sustainable development