Principal Air Quality Strategy Lead

INTERA Incorporated; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Stock ownership

Tuition reimbursement

Professional licensure support

Job summary

INTERA Incorporated is seeking a Principal or Senior Air Quality Engineer/Scientist to lead air quality permitting and regulatory compliance efforts across Texas, New Mexico, or Colorado. The role combines technical leadership, project management, client advisory, and business development to expand INTERA’s air quality services.

The candidate will manage high-profile projects for mining and industrial clients, provide senior technical expertise, and develop strong client relationships with

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in air quality permitting and compliance projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering, Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in business development, client development, or the growth of consulting services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical and regulatory issues to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong technical understanding of air quality regulations and the ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical solutions.
• Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to mentor and develop technical staff.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality work.
• A collaborative, professional approach and a willingness to provide and receive constructive feedback positively.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering successful client outcomes and contributing to business growth.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and pursue new business opportunities that align with INTERA’s capabilities and strategic goals.
• Lead project scoping, proposal development, budgeting, and execution.
• Develop and expand INTERA’s reputation and brand within the air quality services market.
• Lead and manage complex, high-profile air quality projects for mining, industrial, and other environmental clients.
• Provide senior technical expertise in air quality permitting, regulatory compliance, and air dispersion modeling.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local air quality regulations to develop practical, defensible solutions for clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients and serve as a trusted technical advisor.
• Represent INTERA at professional organizations, industry conferences, scientific meetings, and other external events.
• Collaborate with technical staff and project managers across INTERA’s Mining and Environmental Line of Business.
• Mentor and develop engineers and scientists, providing technical guidance and constructive feedback.
• Review technical work products and ensure that deliverables meet INTERA’s standards for quality and technical excellence.
• Interact directly with regulatory agencies and participate in permitting and compliance discussions on behalf of clients.
• Serve as an expert witness in administrative proceedings, hearings, or litigation, as appropriate.
• Help shape the continued growth, capabilities, and strategic direction of INTERA’s Air Quality Services practice.

Skills

Air quality permitting

Regulatory compliance

Client relationship building

Project leadership

Business development

Mentoring others

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AERMOD

ISC-PRIME

Job description

INTERA Incorporated is seeking a Principal or Senior Air Quality Engineer/Scientist to lead air quality permitting and regulatory compliance efforts across Texas, New Mexico, or Colorado. The role combines technical leadership, project management, client advisory, and business development to expand INTERA’s air quality services.

The candidate will manage high-profile projects for mining and industrial clients, provide senior technical expertise, and develop strong client relationships with