Principal Mine Permitting & NEPA Consultant

SLR Consulting • Phoenix, AZ

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

SLR Consulting (Americas) is seeking a Principal Mine Permitting & NEPA Consultant to play a pivotal role in guiding high-profile natural resource and mining projects in Arizona and the Southwestern states, with opportunities to expand across other U.S. regions. This is a senior, client-facing role where your strategic leadership on high-profile projects will shape the future of responsible resource development. You’ll leverage your technical expertise and deep industry experience to influence regulators, engage stakeholders, and guide multi-disciplinary teams. You will bring deep experience navigating complex federal and state regulatory frameworks to manage multidisciplinary regulatory projects and guide major natural resource projects to successful approval. In addition, you will play a significant role in growing our mining business and our team of environmental professionals in the Southwest U.S. region. You will lead consulting projects for key mining clients, mentor rising talent, and foster a culture of quality and excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science degree(s) in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience with permitting, compliance, and NEPA in the mining sector, including demonstrated success leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Strong consulting experience, with proven ability to manage client relationships and grow business opportunities.
• Experience in delivering regulatory support to mining clients.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and state environmental regulations and permitting requirements applicable to the mining industry, with strong experience in mine design and engineering integration into regulatory applicability, analysis and interpretation.
• Established reputation in the mining industry, with demonstrated credibility and visibility through regulatory engagement, client relationships, published work, conference participation, and/or industry association involvement.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and inspire technical teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including negotiation, facilitation, and executive-level presentation.
• Strong written communication skills for high level of report writing and peer review capabilities.
• Professional Designation with appropriate Professional Organization.

Nice To Haves

• Be a trusted advisor to the mining industry, as well as reputable working relationship with regulators and stakeholders.
• Possess strong technical expertise in NEPA, permitting and compliance for the mining industry.
• Exhibit deep knowledge of the US federal and state specific environmental regulations applicable to the mining industry.
• Have a proven and sustained record of successful business development, client relationship management, and proposal management for the mining industry with demonstrated sales growth.
• Maintain a strong network of mining industry contacts, as well as other business contacts and potential team partners (e.g., legal, or analytical service providers) in the mining industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead consulting projects for key mining clients.
• Mentor, coach, and develop senior and junior staff across disciplines, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Represent SLR in public forums, regulatory hearings, and industry associations.
• Provide high-level project management oversight, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget are consistently achieved.
• Collaborate with SLR mining sector leaders across the Americas and globally to develop cross-selling strategies, evaluate client needs and follow market changes to identify opportunities for growth.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package including comprehensive benefits, vacation, and a suite of wellness initiatives.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior