Practice Director - Data Center Permitting & Regulatory Services

Job Overview

APTIM seeks a highly motivated Practice Director to lead strategy development for the growth of our new facility permitting and regulatory approvals business serving data centers, power generation, battery storage,

The ideal candidate brings a strong network with hyperscaler, and data center developers and a demonstrated ability to originate and grow consulting and services programs.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Develop and execute go-to-market strategy targeting hyperscalers and co-location operators
• Build the practice drawing upon the resources of an ENR top 5 ranked environmental consulting firm, and your own network of sales and technical professionals.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with target hyperscaler clients, developers, and data center operators.
• Lead value proposition and proposal development, client presentations, and commercial negotiations.
• Provide governance with support for various permitting strategies including air quality, NPDES, stormwater, Sec. 401/404 compliance.
• ting engagements, including permitting roadmaps, agency coordination, site due diligence, and programmatic permitting support.
• Support cross‑selling and integrated solution development with complementary services to expand existing client relationships and generate repeat business.
• Cultivate relationships with strategic partners, including specialty consultants, legal advisors, and subcontractors.
• Monitor market conditions, regulatory trends, and competitor positioning to maintain a strong market presence.
• Represent the firm at industry events, client meetings, and conferences to expand brand recognition and market penetration.
• Travel as required to support client engagement and business development activities (up to approximately 50%).

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four‑year college or university.
• Deep expertise with relevant regulations e.g., NEPA, Clean Air Act (Title V, NSR, GHG permitting, Clean Water Act, and fundamental state‑level regulatory frameworks).
• Familiarity with regulatory framework related to utility interconnection, contingent/temporary power systems and energy storage.
• Familiarity with data center development lifecycles
• Experience building and leading a practice for a professional services firm and/or experience on the owner/developer/operator side of data center development and operation.
• Self‑starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Documented experience supporting project or program delivery.

Desired / Preferred Qualifications

• Established relationships within data centers, power generation, battery storage, advanced manufacturing, utilities, or large industrial developers.
• Experience helping build or scale a service line or practice, including mentoring staff and developing repeatable offerings.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms.
• Familiarity with multi‑jurisdictional permitting and complex stakeholder environments.

About APTIM

APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward‑thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.

What you can expect from APTIM

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $180K to $210K per year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
• Company paid and optional Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
• 401(k) – APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
• APTIM 401(k) Guide
• APTIM - Helpful Documents

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