Principal, Air Quality

Ramboll; Whitpain Township (PA); On-site; USD 169,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent health and retirement benefits

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is seeking an Air Quality Principal in Whitpain Township, PA. In this role, you will provide technical and business leadership, manage projects and client relationships, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Candidates should have at least 13 years of experience in air science, a degree in Engineering or Environmental Sciences, and a proven track record in business development. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to work on diverse, impactful projects.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of related air science experience, largely in a consulting environment.
• Demonstrated ability to apply environmental regulations to real-world situations.
• Proficiency in managing staff and competing project priorities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue business development opportunities.
• Manage projects and client relationships.
• Review and interpret environmental regulations.

Skills

Business development capabilities

Client management

Understanding of environmental regulations

Project management

Education

B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Engineering or Environmental Sciences

Job description

Company Description

Develop your excellence in our collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and empowering culture at Ramboll! When you start with Ramboll, you’ll be joining a company that strives to make a difference – for our employees, clients, and society. As you begin working on projects, you will be given increasing responsibility, while also being able to rely on experienced managers and colleagues who offer support and a helping hand as you learn and develop in your role. Our vision is to be a leading consultancy globally, delivering integrated and sustainable solutions that shape today and tomorrow.

Job Description

Location: Blue Bell, PA or Princeton, NJ, USA.

Join our Environment and Health department as our new Principal and work with our Air Quality team to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Air Quality Principal, you will be part of the firm’s collaborative, inclusive, and creative Air Quality team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical and business leadership and contribute to innovative solutions in the commercial, manufacturing, government, energy, financial, insurance, and/or law sectors. In addition, the successful candidate must demonstrate an ability to generate and maintain a volume of business sufficient to support the growth of the firm. Typically, successful applicants generate at least enough business to support 2-3 staff members, nominally $1 MM/year or above after ramp‑up. This individual will have experience managing consulting assignments, must work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, is expected to be proficient in the analysis and communication of information, and must be able to work cooperatively with agencies, organizations, and individuals to guide decision‑making. The successful candidate also is expected to be proficient in all facets of project management. They must demonstrate a commitment to mentoring and developing Associate and Manager level staff and collaboration with colleagues throughout the Practice.

Your key tasks and responsibilities

• Identifying and pursuing business development opportunities.
• Managing projects, clients, and regulatory agency relations.
• Critically reviewing and interpreting local, state, and federal environmental regulations, compiling and drafting regulatory applicability determinations, and communicating findings to co‑workers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Overseeing the preparation of comprehensive federal and state air permit application materials.
• Testifying at administrative and/or court hearings.
• Participating in local, national and international scientific and trade group meetings; and
• Conducting site visits.

Your new team

As part of the Air Quality team, you will be part of a creative group, filled with people who are really excited about solving clients’ problems and creating sustainable solutions for them. You will work with all levels of technical expertise from entry level team members to members with decades of experience, many of whom are subject matter experts in their own fields. You will engage in a continual learning environment through coaching, mentoring, and on the job tasks.

About You

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development, we want you to continue to grow with our company! While we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

• B.S./M.S./Ph.D. degree in Engineering or Environmental Sciences, or related discipline.
• 13+ years of related air science experience, largely in a consulting environment.
• Demonstrated capabilities in understanding, interpreting, and applying environmental regulations to real‑world situations.
• Understanding of air quality issues and agency‑approved methods and guidance.
• Ability to externally manage client and regulatory agency relationships and internally manage staff and competing project priorities.
• Demonstrated business development capabilities.

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 arrangements
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent health and retirement benefits
• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• Appreciation for the unique person you are
• The long‑term thinking of a foundation‑owned company
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects

Salary Transparency

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $169,000–$212,000 annually and does not include bonuses, overtime or other forms of compensation or benefits. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job 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 flourish 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 [e-mail] 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.

Additional Information

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