Director of Client Project Management

Eocene Environmental Group•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

The Director of Client Project Management is responsible for managing a team of multidisciplinary professionals, advancing Eocene’s sustainability strategy, and leading client project management and delivery. This role will deepen Eocene’s position as a provider of forward-thinking sustainability services while ensuring seamless integration across field operations, technology platforms, and environmental compliance offerings. The Director of Client Project Management will also serve as a client-facing leader who will build business through strong relationships, identifying strategic sustainability opportunities, and ensuring exceptional service delivery.

Requirements

Strong leadership capabilities with proven experience mentoring, coaching, and developing teams.
Ability to delegate effectively, empower managers, and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
Skilled in managing change, resolving conflict, and aligning teams around strategic priorities.
Ability to work across a diverse professional group and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Strong communication and client relationship skills.
Proven success overseeing complex, multi-disciplinary sustainability projects and ensuring alignment across service areas.
Ability to evaluate options, assess risks, and make decisions that support long-term organizational objectives.
Strong analytical and strategic planning skills, including identifying emerging trends, regulatory shifts, and other opportunities.
Knowledge of sustainability technology tools, data platforms, and industry best practices.
Bachelor’s degree required in Environmental science, Sustainability, Agriculture, Engineering, or related fields
10+ years of professional experience in Sustainability or related fields

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related fields, or an MBA.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership Contribute to the development of division‑level goals, budgets, service frameworks, and multi‑year growth strategies.
Identify emerging sustainability trends, regulatory drivers, and technology opportunities that inform strategic direction.
Represent Eocene at client meetings, industry conferences, regulatory engagements, and other external events.
Team Leadership & Management Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of sustainability professionals.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
Partner with direct managers to assess staffing needs and ensure team members have the skills and knowledge required for success.
Support managers with employee engagement, development, and retention initiatives.
Program & Project Oversight Ensure seamless coordination across complex, multi‑service sustainability projects.
Oversee a portfolio of initiatives including climate action planning, environmental quantification, ESG strategy, and resilience planning.
Monitor project performance, risk management, financial metrics, and client satisfaction to ensure high‑quality delivery.
Establish and achieve annual business strategic priorities and quarterly personal goals and controls.
Present to Wright Executive Leadership and various management teams during regular and ad hoc meetings.
Collaborate on and make decisions regarding Eocene operating policies and procedures within your area of expertise.
Indirectly guide sustainability professional by providing subject matter expertise, technical direction, and employee development.
Lead, mentor, and grow a diverse team of sustainability professionals.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance.