Principal Consultant, Air Quality

Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or engineering (chemical, environmental, mechanical) or related field.
  • 6+ years of air quality consulting experience with expertise in regulatory requirements.
  • Proven track record as a 'seller/doer' in strategic project acquisition.
  • Strong project management skills including budget and schedule management.
  • Expertise in federal and state air regulations, with negotiation experience in regulatory contexts.
  • Exceptional communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic marketing plans for air quality services.
  • Lead complex air permitting and compliance projects for industrial clients.
  • Act as a trusted advisor for clients, ensuring operational flexibility.
  • Manage project budgets, scope, and timelines effectively.
  • Elevate ERM's market profile through technical excellence and business development.
  • Mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff in technical and leadership skills.
  • Collaborate internationally to innovate air quality solutions.

Benefits

  • Paid time off for vacation, sick days, and holidays.
  • Parental leave policy.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan along with other applicable benefits.
Full Job Description

What Your Impact Is

  • Drive strategic growth for ERM’s air quality services.

  • Lead high-value projects that shape environmental compliance and climate adaptation.

  • Build lasting client relationships and deliver innovative solutions that exceed expectations.

  • Mentor and inspire the next generation of air quality professionals.

What You’ll Bring

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or engineering (chemical, environmental, mechanical) or related field.

  • 6+ years of air quality consulting experience with technical depth in air emission inventories, Title V, PSD, NSR, BACT, and MACT.

  • Proven “seller/doer” track record with success in winning strategic projects.

  • Strong project management skills (scope, budget, schedule).

  • Recognized expert in federal and state air regulations.

  • Negotiation experience with regulatory agencies.

  • Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.

  • Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability tooperatea company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

  • This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred

  • Master’s degree in environmental science or engineering (chemical, environmental, mechanical) or related field.

  • Professional certifications (P.E., CSP, CHMM, or similar).

  • Expertise in air dispersion modeling, storm water, SPCC, RMP/PSM, CEQA permitting, multi-media auditing.

  • Familiarity with stack testing and ambient air measurement.

  • Established relationships within Industrial sectors in the Great Lakes area.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic market plans to grow ERM’s air quality services.

  • Lead complex air permitting and compliance programs for industrial clients.

  • Serve as a trusted advisor, ensuring clients maintain maximum operating flexibility.

  • Manage project deliverables, budgets, and schedules with precision.

  • Expand ERM’s profile through technical excellence and business development.

  • Mentor junior and mid-level staff, fostering technical and leadership growth.

  • Collaborate globally to deliver innovative air quality solutions.

  • Support cross-selling of ERM’s broader service offerings.

Ready to make an impact? Join ERM and lead the way in shaping sustainable solutions for a cleaner future.

For the Principal Consultant, Air Quality position, the anticipated annual base pay is $127,600 3$163,100 (USD).Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus paysubject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures(casual and fixed term/flex force employees arenot bonuseligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off (vacation, sick, and floating holidays), parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k), and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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