Job Details

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