Director of Natural Resources

About the Role

Raba Kistner is seeking a detailed-oriented, dependable Director, Natural Resources to join our Environmental team in Dallas, Austin, Houston, Conroe, or Beaumont, TX. The Director of Natural Resources is responsible for leading and growing Raba Kistner’s Natural Resources Service Line while shaping its next chapter.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an annual growth plan aligned with the Division’s five-year strategy and broader Enterprise plans.
• Expand profitable backlog, strengthen existing client relationships, pursue new markets and geographies, and broaden the Service Line’s capabilities.
• Mentor current and future leaders, develop staff, recruit key talent, and align team capabilities with the long-term growth vision.
• Provide strategic and technical guidance on active and proposed projects, resolve complex project matters, and champion quality, safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee personnel staffing, business and financial management, fiscal planning, and budget management to achieve growth and profitability targets.
• Review Service Line project performance and initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Manage Service Line project billing, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.
• Maintain and develop relationships with current and prospective clients, prepare proposals, and participate in business development activities.
• Represent Raba Kistner at professional conferences, industry meetings, and client events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/engineering, Wildlife Ecology, geology, biology, Natural Resources, or related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of related experience performing and managing natural resources projects, including wetlands delineations, threatened and endangered species assessments, NEPA reviews, and environmental permitting.
• Minimum of 7 years of management experience, including responsibility for senior-level professionals and geographically dispersed teams.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet firm’s auto insurability requirements.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with teams at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience leading and growing an environmental consulting practice or comparable business unit.
• Proven track record of developing high-performing teams and mentoring future leaders.
• Ability to manage long sales cycles and maintain existing client relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Willingness to work in a team, analyze problems, and recommend solutions.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as sitting, standing, walking, climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in various weather conditions.

Skills

• Strategic planning and execution
• Financial and budget management
• Client relationship management
• Team leadership and mentoring
• Technical expertise in natural resources and environmental regulations
• Business development and proposal preparation
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Communication and presentation skills