Mid-Atlantic Energy Market Leader

VHB•Richmond, VA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

VHB has an immediate opening for a Mid-Atlantic Energy Market Leader to help grow our energy market across Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of the electric, natural gas, nuclear, and renewable energy sectors, along with well-established relationships with public- and private-sector clients at the decision-making level throughout VHB’s Mid-Atlantic region. In this role, the Mid-Atlantic Energy Market Leader will support the development of marketing strategies aimed at new market penetration and client retention. They will also manage key client relationships and oversee energy projects across the region. This senior-level position requires a demonstrated ability to drive business development, lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex projects, and mentor staff. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with VHB’s Corporate Energy Evolution Practice (EEP) to help advance enterprise-wide initiatives, and work with corporate, regional, and state leadership on strategic pursuits that drive company-wide impact. To learn more, please visit our EEP page: Energy Evolution Practice | VHB

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, engineering, planning, or a related physical science discipline (Master’s degree highly preferred)
10+ years of relevant professional experience, focused on environmental and engineering services to energy market clients in the Mid-Atlantic region
PE license or AICP certification and/or other relevant environmental certifications related to the energy market
Strong understanding of routing, siting, and permitting for electric transmission and natural gas industry in the Mid-Atlantic preferred
Demonstrated experience with renewable energy sectors in the Mid-Atlantic such as utility-scale solar, distributed solar, on/offshore wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), geothermal, and renewable natural gas
Experience managing teams and developing strategic frameworks for sustainable growth in the energy market
Strong collaboration skills and willingness to travel
Proven success in generating new business and writing winning proposals
Experience managing and executing multidisciplinary teams, with a focus on investor-owned utilities and renewable developers in the Mid-Atlantic
Self-motivated with strong leadership and entrepreneurial capabilities
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong presentation, collaboration, and team-building abilities
Demonstrated ability to mentor staff and manage cross-functional projects
Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills
Experience engaging stakeholders and fostering client relationships in complex environments

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree highly preferred
Strong understanding of routing, siting, and permitting for electric transmission and natural gas industry in the Mid-Atlantic preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct market research and analysis; collaborate with the Corporate Energy Market Leader and regional leadership to define vision and strategy for the Mid-Atlantic energy market
Lead and develop a dynamic team of energy professionals
Identify and pursue new business opportunities; prepare compelling, winning proposals
Set the strategic direction for the energy market in the region
Partner with the Regional Marketing Director on go/no-go decisions and teaming strategies for strategic pursuits
Manage key client relationships and contracts
Serve as Principal-in-Charge or Senior Project Manager on selected energy projects
Establish and monitor project milestones and quarterly business goals
Collaborate with the Regional Marketing Director to enhance external visibility and promotional efforts