Principal Environmental Consultant Job at Terraphase Engineering, Los Angeles, CA

  • Terraphase Engineering
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Principal Environmental Consultant

Terraphase offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We listen to our clients and focus on their needs. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Job 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

Who We Are

We are an environmental consulting company that offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Terraphase was founded with the goal of developing a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides high-quality services to clients with regional and nationwide operations. We are driven by creating valuable work products for our company and clients, and a rewarding environment for our employees. Our staff is comprised of registered professionals in civil engineering, geology, hydrogeology, and geotechnical engineering.

Our unique company culture philosophy of appreciating and recognizing individuals for their work, leadership, and mentoring, while supporting and encouraging a healthy personal and professional lifestyle help to make Terraphase one of the best places to work.

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.

EOE STATEMENT

Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M/V/F/D)

Job Tags

Work at office, Flexible hours

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