Environmental Principal

Apex Companies; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

Life insurance

401k match

Tuition assistance

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Apex Companies seeks an Environmental Principal Engineer in Pittsburgh to lead site investigations, remediation, permitting, and compliance projects while growing the Pittsburgh metro office. You will recruit and manage a multidisciplinary team, build client relationships, and coordinate with regulators to ensure project success.

Ideal candidates have a 4-year degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or Civil Engineering and 15+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or Civil Engineering.
• Professional certification (e.g., PG, LSRP, PE) strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in environmental investigation, remediation, permitting, or compliance.
• Proven ability to manage both technical staff and project managers and develop client relationships.
• Regulatory knowledge: PADEP/NJDEP/EPA guidance in their domain.
• Desire to grow the Pittsburgh metro office and contribute to long-term success.
• Build national networks and drive cross-collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Establish, manage, and grow a new branch with division and regional support.
• Recruit, build, and manage a team of staff for office operations and projects.
• Develop and implement strategies to recruit new clients and expand opportunities.
• Lead project management for Site Assessments & Remediation, Emergency Response, and Compliance services.
• Mentor junior engineers and design staff.
• Serve as primary client contact and participate in external technical organizations.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Project management

Client relationships

Staff mentoring

Regulatory compliance

Environmental investigations

Education

Geology degree

Hydrogeology

Environmental Science

Civil Engineering

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

Your Responsibilities As An Environmental Principal Engineer

• Assist in the establishment, management, and growth of a new branch office with division and regional support
• Help recruit, build, and manage a team of technical staff to support office operations and project execution
• Assist with the development and implementation of strategies for recruiting new clients, leveraging existing relationships and expanding business opportunities supporting the development of small to large design projects from inception to completion
• Lead project management efforts for Site Assessments & Remediation, Emergency Response, Natural Resources, EHS & compliance, Permitting, Planning & Management or Reporting Assurance Services.
• Supporting the work of others and mentoring junior-level engineers & design/drafting technical staff.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and problem-solving
• Participate in internal and external technical organizations

What We're Looking For

• 4-year degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related science
• Professional certification strongly desired (e.g. PG, LSRP, PE, etc.)
• 15+ years of progressive and successful experience performing and managing diverse environmental investigation, remediation, permitting, or compliance projects. Ideal candidate will have a book of business surrounding these.
• Proven experience in managing both technical staff and project managers while developing client relationships
• Proficiency in applicable regulations and guidance (e.g. PADEP, NJDEP, NYSEC, EPA etc.) in their domain.
• A desire to play a key role in growing our Pittsburgh metro office and contributing to the firm’s long-term success
• Build national networks
• Drive cross-collaboration

Why You'll Love Working For Us

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 50+ locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Principal

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