Principal, Environmental Consulting

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation‑owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries with thousands of experts working across 70 offices in the Americas. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

This position is in the Portland, Maine area.

We are excited to invite individuals with extensive consulting experience and strong leadership skills to join us in developing innovative and sustainable environmental solutions. This role provides a significant opportunity for local leadership and career advancement, as we seek established leaders in the Maine and/or New England consulting markets. Candidates should have at least 15 years of progressive consulting experience, particularly with project management and client engagement. We welcome various consulting specializations, including environmental, energy transition, circular economy, sustainability, air quality, M&A diligence, digital services, and more.

As a new Principal, you will collaborate with others across the business to spearhead the development and management of our consulting practice, offering strategic direction, technical know‑how, entrepreneurial energy and creative solutions to our clients. Your deep understanding of regulations, assessment methods, and project management will be key in delivering top‑notch consulting services and achieving sustainable results for our clients. The ideal candidate will provide technical and business leadership and contribute to innovative solutions across various sectors including environmental, chemical, commercial, manufacturing, government, energy, financial, insurance, and law.

The ideal candidate should possess experience in managing consulting projects, be adept at working within multi‑disciplinary teams, be skilled in the analysis and communication of information, and be capable of collaborating effectively with agencies, organizations, and individuals to provide guidance on decision‑making. Furthermore, the candidate should excel in all areas of project management and exhibit a strong dedication to mentoring and fostering the development of staff, as well as collaborating with colleagues.

Your key tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Client Engagement: Act as the main liaison for clients, forging and nurturing robust relationships. Thoroughly comprehend their consulting requirements, create customized solutions, and deliver outstanding client service.
• Project Management: Oversee consulting projects from start to finish, ensuring all deliverables are achieved within budget and time constraints. Direct project teams, allocate resources efficiently, and keep comprehensive project documentation.
• Team Leadership: Guide and mentor consultants, offering direction, support, and opportunities for professional growth. Cultivate a collaborative and high‑performing team environment.
• Business Development: Identify new business prospects, develop proposals, and engage in client presentations. Grow the client base and maintain a strong network of industry contacts to generate business leads.
• Thought Leadership: Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in the environmental consulting sector. Contribute to industry forums, write articles, and give presentations to position the organization as a thought leader.

About you

• Education: A bachelor’s or master’s degree relevant to the field of consulting. For instance, environmental consulting requires a degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline.
• Experience: At least 15 years of progressive consultancy experience, particularly in project management and client engagement.
• Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge of regulations, assessment methodologies, and permitting procedures.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated leadership capabilities with the ability to manage and motivate a team. Strong organizational, communication, and decision‑making skills are crucial.
• Business Development: Proven record of successful business development, including generating leads, preparing proposals, and securing new projects.

What we can offer you

• Interesting and diverse projects
• The opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest professionals in your field
• Flexible work environment
• Investment in your development
• Competitive base pay and incentive programs
• Supporting external memberships, conferences and engagements
• Leaders you can count on to facilitate integrating you with project teams and offer a collaborative environment
• Business platform that supports your entrepreneurial practice direction and growth
• The long‑term thinking of a foundation‑owned company
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects

Salary Transparency

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $161,000 to $202,000 per year. This range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well‑being, professional development, and work‑life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can grow and realize their full potential.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward‑thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io with such requests.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV and a cover letter connecting your background to the responsibilities of the position.

Please note, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

As part of our hiring process, Ramboll may conduct pre‑employment drug screenings for applicable roles to ensure a safe and compliant workplace. You may be subject to random drug screenings in accordance with client requirements.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.