12+ years of relevant experience in Environmental Consulting, with a professional engineering or geology license.
Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field.
Established reputation as a technical expert in the Environmental Consulting field.
Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance practices.
Proven success in business development and client relationship management.
Responsibilities
Provides technical leadership across the Environmental practice.
Performs final reviews and approvals of reports and deliverables.
Ensures compliance with ECS quality standards and regulations.
Mentors and supports the development of junior and mid-level staff.
Leads business development and strengthens client relationships.
Oversees project profitability and operational performance.
Represents ECS as a technical expert within the industry.
Benefits
Opportunity for impactful leadership in a growing Environmental practice.
Mentorship and professional development opportunities for emerging leaders.
Involvement in strategic initiatives and decision-making at a high level.
Cross-functional collaboration across departments and service lines.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
The Environmental Principal serves as the highest level of technical leadership within the Environmental practice and is responsible for ensuring overall quality, performance, risk management, and strategic direction across environmental services. This role provides final technical authority, oversees execution across projects and service lines, drives business development, and serves as a trusted advisor to clients and ECS leadership. The Environmental Principal operates as a subject matter expert, mentor, and organizational leader while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.
Responsibilities
Provides enterprise-level technical expertise and oversight across the Environmental practice
Performs final technical review and approval of reports, recommendations, and deliverables
Ensures technical quality, consistency, and compliance with ECS quality standards across projects and service lines
Oversees project performance and supports resolution of complex technical, operational, regulatory, and client issues
Leads business development efforts and expands strategic client relationships
Reviews and approves major proposals, contracts, and project decisions in accordance with Signature Authority policies
Supports department and office financial performance through oversight of project profitability, collections, and utilization
Assists with staffing decisions, succession planning, and workforce development
Represents ECS as a recognized technical expert within the industry and community
Participates in leadership activities, review committees, and strategic initiatives
Provides cross-functional support across departments, offices, and service lines
Provides strategic and technical leadership for wetlands, ecological, permitting, and natural resources projects
Reviews regulatory strategies, project approaches, and environmental compliance requirements
Ensures technical consistency and quality of reports and deliverables
Advises project teams regarding permitting strategies, mitigation requirements, and agency coordination
Supports resolution of complex environmental and regulatory issues
Guides project teams in balancing client objectives with environmental and regulatory requirements
Serves as a senior resource on challenging ecological and natural resources projects
#LI-CS1 Qualifications
Required Qualifications
12 years of related experience with a professional engineering or geology license per ECS Senior Technical Staff Policies and Procedures
Or 16 years of related experience with certifications per ECS Senior Technical Staff Policies and Procedures
Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural or Environmental Science, Geology, or other degree relevant to the practice of Environmental Consulting
Per the ECS Senior Technical Staff Policies and Procedures, maintain license and/or certifications as necessary for the work performed or managed
If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
Established reputation as a technical expert within Environmental Consulting
Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting, compliance, and technical practices
Strong regional or multi-regional client relationships
Proven success in business development and revenue growth
Advanced technical expertise across environmental service lines
Proven leadership and decision-making capability at an organizational level
Extensive experience in project management, risk management, and consulting
Ability to perform and sign final technical reviews of reports, plans, and deliverables
Ability to mentor Associate Principals, Project Managers, and future leaders
Strong financial and operational awareness
Military Qualifications
The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
