Principal Air Quality Consultant

SLR International Corporation; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

SLR Consulting (US) in Alaska is seeking a Principal Consultant to lead environmental projects, mentor staff, and drive regulatory compliance across air quality and environmental programs.

You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, strengthen client relationships, and shape the growth of our Alaska operation while delivering innovative solutions with a focus on safety, quality, and regulatory leadership. The role emphasizes collaboration and business growth across state and industrial settings.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in environmental consulting.
• 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.
• Experience with environmental compliance, reporting and environmental permitting processes (RCRA, NPDES/APDES, SPCC).
• Effective communicator, writer, with strong organizational and analytical skills.

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 leaderships and team partnership.

Skills

Environmental consulting

Project management

Regulatory interpretation

Air quality regulations

Communication

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related field

Job description

We are SLR Consulting (US), a 1000+ coast-to-coast team of advisory, environmental/engineering, and regulatory professionals. We deliver environmental and sustainability services to our clients through the integration of over 30 advisory, technical environmental, and engineering disciplines to help clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen. As our new Principal Consultant, you will play an important role on a team whose work is essential to achieving this goal.

Role

The Principal Consultant will be an integral part of our Alaska Operation, supporting multimedia projects as a project manager, technical expert, and staff mentor. SLR believes 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 leaderships 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.

Working @ SLR

With us, there is no doubt you’ll grow your subject‑matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long‑run, and if you ask our team, they’ll tell you that’s just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

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.

We’re Making Sustainability Happen. We don’t have all the answers to the complex sustainability challenges faced by humanity today. But we’re working on it. We are a consultancy with 4,500+ employees, working on projects in over 125 countries around the world. When you join SLR, you’ll work alongside some of the world’s leading advisors and technicians on projects of global importance in the environmental space. We know sustainability starts from within. And no matter how good we are today, we can always do better. We continually work on our internal ethics to set the standard for organisations and reflect the advice we give to clients.