Principal, Environmental Consulting
About The Position
Develop your excellence in our collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and empowering culture at Ramboll! When you start with Ramboll, you’ll be joining a company that strives to make a difference – for our employees, clients, and society. As you begin working on projects, you will be given increasing responsibility, while also being able to rely on experienced managers and colleagues who offer support and a helping hand as you learn and develop in your role. Our vision is to be a leading consultancy globally, delivering integrated and sustainable solutions that shape today and tomorrow. Are you eager to develop your excellence in an inclusive, collaborative, and empowering community? Are you excited about joining a company that strives to make a difference – for its employees, clients, and society? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature? We invite you to bring your Consulting experience along with your strong leadership skills as you contribute to innovative and sustainable environmental solutions and help us grow our Baton Rouge, LA office. This position offers great opportunity for local leadership and advancement, as we are looking for recognized leaders in the consulting marketplace for the Baton Rouge, LA area. We are seeking applicants with a minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in consulting, with a focus on project management and client engagement. We are open minded about your consulting focus, for example, could be environmental, energy transition, circular economy, sustainability, air, M&A diligence, digital services, etc. If you have a strong foothold in the Louisiana market and desire the potential responsibility of becoming a leader for Ramboll, this is the role for you! Join our team as our new Principal and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in related to consulting focus. For example, environmental consulting would require Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or a related degree.
- A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in consulting, with a focus on project management and client engagement.
- Strong knowledge of regulations, assessment methodologies, and/or permitting processes.
- Proven leadership abilities with the capability to manage and inspire a team.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and decision-making skills are essential.
- Track record of successful business development, including generating leads, preparing proposals, and winning new projects.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Nice To Haves
- Recognized leaders in the consulting marketplace for the Baton Rouge, LA area.
- Strong foothold in the Louisiana market.
Responsibilities
- Lead, develop, and oversee a consulting practice, providing strategic guidance, technical expertise, and innovative solutions to clients.
- Provide technical and business leadership and contribute to advanced solutions in, for example, the environmental, chemical, commercial, manufacturing, government, energy, financial, insurance, and/or law sectors.
- Demonstrate an ability to generate and maintain a volume of business sufficient to support the growth of the firm.
- Manage consulting matters, work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams, and be proficient in the analysis and communication of information.
- Work cooperatively with agencies, organizations, and individuals to guide decision-making.
- Be proficient in all facets of project management and demonstrate a commitment to mentoring and developing staff and collaboration with colleagues.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships.
- Understand client consulting needs, develop tailored solutions, and provide exceptional client service.
- Lead consulting projects from initiation to completion, ensuring deliverables are met within budget and timeline constraints.
- Supervise project teams, allocate resources effectively, and maintain project documentation.
- Manage and mentor a team of consultants, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
- Identify new business opportunities, prepare proposals, and participate in client presentations.
- Expand the client base and maintain a strong network of industry contacts to generate business leads.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in the environmental consulting field.
- Contribute to industry forums, publish articles, and deliver presentations to establish the organization as a thought leader.
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent health and retirement benefits
- Investment in your development
- Comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Education Level
Associate degree
