The Senior or Principal Air Quality Engineer/Scientist role is based in the Western U.S., with a preference for candidates in the Rocky Mountain region. This position will report to the Director of Air Quality Services and will be an integral part of many teams.
The responsibilities of the position include:
Managing large, complex, and/or high-profile air quality projects
Identifying and pursuing business development opportunities
Developing the brand in the Western Rockies market, particularly in the mining and critical minerals industries
Serving as a Trusted Advisor who manages and develops key client relationships
Using experience and advanced knowledge to analyze and interpret local, state, and federal environmental regulations
Participating in various scientific and trade organization meetings and conventions
Serving as an expert witness in administrative or court hearings
Reviewing work products prepared by staff
Performing other duties as necessary per the direction of management
Required Qualifications
Minimum 12-20 years of experience in air quality permitting and compliance projects
BS in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering, Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, or a related field
Demonstrable track record of successful business development outcomes
Strong written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated capability of understanding, interpreting, and applying environmental regulations and technical proficiency in practical situations
Ability to mentor and train other members of staff
Proficient in time management
Ability to externally manage client and regulator relationships and internally manage staff and projects
Ability to receive and give direction and constructive feedback in a positive manner
Ability to work in a collaborative environment in a professional manner
Ability to cultivate client relationships through desirable outcomes on projects and actively assist with business development
Preferred Qualifications
5-10 years of direct people management experience
5-10 years of project scoping and proposal preparation experience
Project experience in air quality dispersion modeling using approved regulatory models (i.e., AERMOD, ISC-PRIME, etc.)
Professional Engineer or EIT license with the goal of obtaining a PE license
Master's or PhD in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering, Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, or a related field
Expected Salary Range: $100k - $200k