As Chief Operating Officer of RWDI, Mark Vanderheyden oversees companywide operations, ensuring the seamless integration of strategic initiatives into daily processes. With a focus on advancing RWDI’s expertise in climate and performance engineering, he drives operational excellence and innovation across the firm.

Since joining RWDI in 1989, Mark has taken on key technical and leadership roles, contributing to some of the industry’s most iconic projects. A recognized expert in air quality, he specializes in risk management, regulatory permitting, odor assessment, and dispersion modeling. His leadership and deep technical knowledge continue to strengthen RWDI’s reputation as a global leader in environmental and engineering solutions. 

Operational excellence isn’t just about efficiency. It’s about enabling innovation, empowering teams, and delivering lasting value for our clients, employees, and communities.