Alex Cross

About Alex Cross

Strategic Operations Leader | Driving Scalable Energy & Environmental Solutions Across Complex Regulatory EnvironmentsAs an Operations Manager and Project Manager at Tetra Tech, I lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-impact energy and infrastructure projects from concept through completion. My focus lies in energy siting, permitting, and engineering — providing clients with end-to-end support from initial site characterization through construction and operations.With a strong foundation in environmental permitting, compliance, regulatory strategy, and health and safety, I bring a results-driven approach to project execution. I have successfully managed complex, multi-state programs under varying regulatory frameworks, consistently delivering on time, within budget, and in full compliance with federal, state, and local standards. I’ve delivered high-stakes projects across diverse geographies and regulatory frameworks — always with an eye toward scalability, compliance, and long-term client value. I also serve as a client account manager, supporting business development efforts by identifying new project opportunities, building client relationships, and driving revenue across diverse industries. My experience also includes local and state environmental permitting in various states, heavily focused in the mid-Atlantic, environmental due diligence, NEPA documentation and compliance, hazardous materials and waste programs (HazMat/HazWaste), radiation safety, SPCC, and air quality compliance.Previously, I served as an Environmental Protection Specialist for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Strategic Materials, supporting federal initiatives in hazardous materials management with a focus on sustainability, compliance, and national resource security.Core Expertise:Energy Siting & Permitting | Regulatory Strategy | Environmental Compliance | Health & Safety | Business Development & Client Management | Operations Management | Project Management | Cross-Functional Leadership | Risk Mitigation

Experience

1. Vice President, Operations Manager

   Tetra Tech

   Oct 2021 — Present · Richmond, VA, US

   Lead the delivery of complex energy projects across the U.S, providing strategic oversight from early-stage site development through permitting, engineering, construction, and operational handoff. Serve as a client-facing operations leader, aligning technical execution with business goals, regulatory frameworks, and long-term performance objectives.Key Responsibilities & Contributions:Manage multidisciplinary project teams executing energy siting, permitting, licensing, engineering and environmental compliance programs for commercial clients in the renewable and conventional energy sectors.Drive partial and full project lifecycle execution on high-value engagements, including millions of dollars in operations on an annual basis. Serve as a strategic partner to clients, advising on permitting pathways, regulatory risk, and engineering constraints to streamline execution and accelerate delivery.Navigate complex regulatory landscapes across multi-state jurisdictions, ensuring full compliance and risk mitigation.Oversee energy project execution ensuring environmental, health, and safety (EHS) excellence across all project phases.Foster client relationships and contribute to business development through opportunity identification, proposal development, and account growth strategies.Maintain critical safety certifications: 10, 30- HAZWOPER and First Aid/CPR

Education

• University of Virginia

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, General

  2009 — 2013

• William & Mary – Raymond A. Mason School of Business

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

  2015 — 2017