Principal Consultant - Air Quality

SLR Consulting•Houston, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

SLR Consulting (US) is seeking a Principal Consultant to join their Air Quality Practice. This role is integral to achieving the company's goal of delivering environmental and sustainability services. The Principal Consultant will serve as a project manager, technical expert, and staff mentor on multimedia projects. The position involves advancing regulatory compliance, air quality monitoring, sampling programs, and environmental program management in state and industrial settings. The candidate will provide expert scientific guidance, project leadership, and regulatory interpretation to support environmental protection, public health, and operational excellence. This role is pivotal in shaping the trajectory of the project portfolio in Houston, contributing to growth opportunities in emerging and established markets by leveraging client partnerships and regulatory insight. The Principal Consultant will drive sustainable business expansion through project development, cross-disciplinary integration, and technical leadership, ensuring project work reflects innovation, compliance excellence, and industry-leading best practices. By mentoring team members, strengthening operational processes, and fostering a collaborative culture, the Principal Consultant will contribute to building a resilient, scalable operation, ensuring the Air Quality Practice remains agile, competitive, and prepared to meet evolving industry demands, supporting SLR’s mission to Make Sustainability Happen.

Requirements

Proven track record in environmental consulting.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related field.
15-20+ years of relevant experience in environmental consulting, government or industry (oil and gas, mining, utilities).
Strong knowledge of air quality regulations (Title V, PSD, NSPS, NESHAP, GHG, RMP, Ambient Monitoring).
Effective communicator, writer, with strong organizational and analytical skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Develop and mentor a growing team of environmental professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
Organize project teams, logistics and schedule to efficiently deliver projects.
Manage and contribute to the preparation of air quality permit applications (e.g., PSD, Title V, Minor Permit, AQADs).
Provide regulatory guidance and compliance support to clients across diverse industries.
Stay ahead of evolving environmental regulations and translate insights into client solutions.
Ensure project delivery within scope, budget, and schedule expectations.
Contribute to growing client relationships.