Principal Environmental Consultant

MBC Talent Connections•Irvine, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Lead complex environmental assessment and remediation projects while growing a consulting practice across Southern California. Reporting to the Regional Director, you will guide key client initiatives, uphold technical excellence and sound risk management, and partner with regulators, clients, and internal teams to deliver practical solutions to challenging environmental and business problems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, or a related field
10+ years as an engineer, geologist, or hydrogeologist on environmental investigation and remediation projects
Proven business development success in environmental consulting
Track record leading multidisciplinary teams and managing budgets and schedules
Solid knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations
Ability to review and edit technical reports to meet scope, quality, and client expectations
Clear written and verbal communication with clients, subconsultants, regulators, and the public
Ability to lead multiple project teams, with strong time management and attention to detail
Commitment to mentoring others and continued growth
Valid driver's license
Ability to obtain medical clearance for hazardous waste sites
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and to sit or stand for extended periods

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or higher preferred
California PE or PG license preferred

Responsibilities

Grow the Business: Build and execute a Southern California growth strategy, including client engagement, proposals, market analysis, and cross-selling. Generate $400K in new revenue in year 1, growing to over $1M within 3 years.
Lead Projects: Manage environmental due diligence, investigation, and remediation projects from start to finish. Ensure quality, technical rigor, and regulatory compliance.
Develop People and Presence: Guide and mentor project teams. Help recruit, train, and develop a high-performing regional team. Represent the firm through conference presentations, technical papers, and industry committees.
Run the Operation: Ensure regional safety compliance. Support billing and collection goals.