Principal Environmental Consultant

Terraphase Engineering Inc

$145K — $200K *
Technical Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience in environmental consulting, focusing on remediation and site redevelopment.
  • Proven ability to lead project teams while ensuring top-notch quality and compliance.
  • Strong track record in client relationship management with a consultative approach.
  • In-depth knowledge of California's environmental regulatory frameworks.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset aimed at driving regional office success through client and team development.
  • Excellent communication and collaborative leadership skills.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a trusted advisor and lead technical contact for private sector clients.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities to grow the office.
  • Mentor junior and mid-level staff, fostering professional development.
  • Collaborate with regional leadership to oversee office operations.
  • Guide regulatory strategies and field execution for projects.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • Generous 401(k) match to support retirement savings.
  • Commuter benefits to ease travel costs.
  • Company-sponsored lunches and talks for ongoing learning.
  • Tuition and professional development reimbursements for continued education.
  • Flexible work schedule promoting work-life balance.
Full Job Description


Description

We are hiring a Principal-level Environmental Consultant to help lead and grow our LA office. The ideal candidate is a technical expert and practicing environmental professional who can build lasting client relationships, manage teams, and serve as a strategic leader in private-sector remediation projects.

The Role
  • Serve as a trusted advisor and technical lead for clients in the private sector (developers, attorneys).
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities
  • Lead and mentor junior and mid-level staff.
  • Oversee operations in collaboration with regional leadership.
  • Provide direction on regulatory strategies and field execution.


Who are you
  • 15+ years of experience in environmental consulting, with an emphasis in remediation, due diligence, or site redevelopment.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and maintain high standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
  • Track record of building and sustaining client relationships, with a proactive and consultative approach.
  • Deep technical knowledge in California regulatory frameworks (e.g., DTSC, RWQCB, LARWQCB) and private-sector project delivery.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the drive to shape a regional office's success through client development and leadership.
  • Strong communication, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative leadership style aligned with Terraphase's culture.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related field.


Compensation for this position is based on years of experience, technical expertise, technical education, and geographic location.

Pay Range

$145,000-$200,000 USD

Benefits

Terraphase offers an extensive benefits package including; Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, a generous 401(k) match, Commuter Benefits, TerraLunches, TerraTalks, Tuition/Licensing/Professional Development Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedule, ongoing company-sponsored events.

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