USA Energy & Natural Resources Business Unit Leader

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations. 

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.   

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world. 

Turner & Townsend is seeking an accomplished executive to lead the growth of our Energy & Natural Resources (E&NR) Business Unit in the United States. This business unit has a strong foundation, with long-term commissions from major clients nationwide. We have a bold ambition for the business unit to expand into new sectors, including Clean Energy and Transmission, and broaden our geographic footprint.

Why Join Us

This is a rare opportunity to lead a high-impact business unit with autonomy and accountability. You will shape the future of our Energy & Natural Resources portfolio in the U.S., backed by the strength of a global organization and rewarded with significant financial upside tied directly to performance.

This involves:

• Collaborating with our global teams to further develop compelling service propositions for the USA Energy & Natural Resources market.
• Engaging extensively with potential clients and alliance partners to build a strong pipeline of opportunities.
• Building the capability and value propositions to achieve high levels of conversion for the opportunity pipeline.
• Leverage the existing teams, working closely with the respective Key Account Manager, to support the growth of the business.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of potential recruits to support the opportunity pipeline, justifying advanced and speculative recruitment where necessary to secure opportunity.
• Further develop the management team, with sub-regional directors, key account managers and technical service leaders the key roles that are to be filled over time. Localize these roles where possible.
• Drive growth outside the current key accounts to a goal of $45 million in turnover for FY 2026, and build a foundation for significant growth in line with our Vision 2030 ambitions.
• Ensure that service reviews and assurance activities are happening and that our service delivery meets/exceeds client expectations.
• Complete accountability for total Energy and Natural Resources Profit and Loss (P&L) in USA.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the business unit strategy for Energy & Natural Resources across the U.S. market.
• P&L Ownership: Manage full profit and loss accountability, ensuring revenue growth, margin improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Business Development: Drive aggressive sales and market expansion targets, identifying new opportunities and partnerships.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and industry partners.
• Market Positioning: Represent the business unit externally, enhancing brand visibility and thought leadership in the natural resources sector.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee delivery, compliance, and risk management to ensure consistent quality and client satisfaction.

Qualifications & Experience

• 20+ years of diverse Energy & Natural Resources industry experience, including leadership of projects/programs exceeding $10 billion.
• Proven track record of P&L management and delivering aggressive growth targets.
• Strong background in sales, business development, and client relationship management, with ability to negotiate in high-stakes environments.
• Experience across multiple sectors at both project and program levels, including project controls, PM services, and commercial function setup.
• Exposure to both client and contractor environments; consulting services sales experience preferred.
• Onshore and offshore experience, domestically and internationally, with ability to operate in multicultural environments.
• Extensive knowledge of program setup, delivery, project management, project controls, and QS services.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline; Executive MBA preferred.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, comfortable operating at program board level and presenting to large groups.

Leadership Qualities

• Inspire and guide internal teams, earning respect through proven track record and natural leadership.
• Provide clear leadership for clients, instilling trust and confidence in Turner & Townsend’s brand.
• Lead by example, hands-on in delivery and quality assurance.
• Collaborate across regions, leveraging best practices and contributing to global initiatives.
• Develop succession plans and elevate talent across the business.
• Bold and ambitious, building capability ahead of demand.
• Create an inclusive leadership culture to enable diversity and equality.

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive executive-level base salary up to $300k base compensation.
• Performance-based financial incentives tied directly to growth and profitability.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Relocation support available.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*  

Turner & Townsend is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters  If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan, please email [email protected].  If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 713-457-9400 or [email protected].  This telephone line and email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.

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