CRB announced the appointment of Heather Walters as its new Director of Sustainable Design and Delivery.

Walters will lead CRB's sustainability consulting team, leveraging more than 20 years of expertise in architecture and environmental design. She brings a strong track record in sustainability consulting and leadership, along with experience in strategic planning and implementation that has shaped long-term sustainability roadmaps and contributed to award-winning environmental projects worldwide.

Before joining CRB, Walters served as Vice President in the Sustainability & Resilience Practice at Thornton Tomasetti, where she played a key role in earning dozens of project certifications for more than 7 million square feet of facility space.

In her new role, Walters will drive the growth of CRB’s Sustainability Services, helping clients design and construct sustainable facilities that align with their environmental goals. She will also provide internal guidance to strengthen CRB’s commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR), ensuring the company leads the industry with innovative and impactful solutions.

“Heather’s deep expertise in sustainable design and resilience aligns perfectly with our mission to help clients create high-performing, future-ready facilities," said Noel Maestre, CRB's Vice President of Life Sciences. "Her leadership will elevate our already-talented sustainability consulting services team while empowering our clients to meet their ambitious environmental goals and optimize operational efficiency. We’re excited to welcome her to the team and look forward to the value she’ll bring to our clients and the industry.”

Walters is a dedicated member of the sustainability community and a frequent conference speaker and published author. She also holds multiple industry-leading accreditations, including LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, and LFA.