Principal Consultant

Principal Consultant will be an integral part of our Alaska Operation, supporting multimedia projects as a project manager, technical expert, and staff mentor. Strong collaboration across disciplines and staff levels drives business excellence and growth, and the Principal Consultant will be the essential link in cultivating these relationships. The highly experienced environmental science leader will be responsible for advancing regulatory compliance, air quality monitoring, sampling programs, and environmental program management across state, industrial, and Alaska settings. The candidate provides expert scientific guidance, project leadership, and regulatory interpretation to support environmental protection, public health, and operational excellence.

As SLR continues to expand its presence and capabilities in Alaska, the Principal Consultant will play a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of our project portfolio. This position will contribute to growth opportunities across emerging and established markets, leveraging strong client partnerships and regulatory insight to position SLR as a preferred provider in environmental and air quality services. Through project development, cross-disciplinary integration, and high-caliber technical leadership, the Principal Consultant will help drive sustainable business expansion while ensuring that our project work consistently reflects innovation, compliance excellence, and industry-leading best practices.

By mentoring team members, strengthening operational processes, and fostering a collaborative culture, the Principal Consultant will contribute directly to building a resilient, scalable operation. Their leadership will ensure the Alaska Operation remains agile, competitive, and prepared to meet evolving industry demands—ultimately supporting SLR’s broader organizational mission to Make Sustainability Happen.

Responsibilities

• Develop and mentor a growing team of environmental professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Organize project teams, logistics and schedule to efficiently deliver projects.
• Manage and contribute to the preparation of air quality permit applications (e.g., PSD, Title V, Minor Permit, AQADs).
• Manage and contribute to environmental management programs across various media (land, water, waste).
• Provide regulatory guidance and compliance support to clients across diverse industries.
• Stay ahead of evolving environmental regulations and translate insights into client solutions.
• Ensure project delivery within scope, budget, and schedule expectations.
• Contribute to growing client relationships through meetings, thought leadership and team partnership.

Qualifications / Education / Memberships

• Proven track record in environmental consulting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related field.
• 20+ years of relevant experience in environmental consulting, government or industry (oil and gas, mining, utilities).
• 15+ years of experience in project and contractor management.
• Strong knowledge of air quality regulations (Title V, PSD, NSPS, NESHAP, GHG, RMP, Ambient Monitoring).
• Alaska Environmental & Regulatory Frameworks.
• Laboratory operations, analysis and reporting.
• Data Quality, QA/QC, and Technical Analysis.
• Experience with environmental compliance, reporting and environmental permitting processes (RCRA, NPDES/APDES, SPCC).
• Effective communicator, writer, with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; valid driver’s license.

Here’s what else you’ll enjoy as part of our team

• Competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance, short & long term disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
• Part‑time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A flexible workplace environment for modern leaders.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are at the core of who we are and want to be

SLR is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affiliated Action Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, civil union status, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or veteran status.

At SLR, we embrace diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within and outside our organization. We respect and celebrate differences and want to ensure that we continuously strive to build a place where everyone feels included and is encouraged to be their authentic self.

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