Principal Consultant

The Judge Group; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a dynamic Principal to enhance employee engagement and drive client success in Kansas City, United States. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related fields, along with over 10 years of environmental consulting experience. This role involves leadership, relationship building, and managing high-performing teams to deliver exceptional environmental solutions. Strong communication and strategic insight are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of environmental consulting experience.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including team management.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and partners.
• Lead project teams and ensure high-quality execution.
• Manage team workload and foster a positive work environment.
• Support business development and identify new opportunities.

Skills

Strategic insight

Team leadership

Relationship building

Communication skills

Education

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

Job description

Our client is seeking a dynamic, relationship‑driven leader to strengthen employee engagement and accelerate client growth. The ideal candidate thrives in collaborative environments, enjoys building meaningful relationships, and excels at guiding teams toward successful outcomes. In this Principal role, you will bring strategic insight, energy, and technical expertise to develop high‑performing teams and deliver exceptional environmental solutions.

Overview

Our client is seeking a dynamic, relationship‑driven leader to strengthen employee engagement and accelerate client growth. The ideal candidate thrives in collaborative environments, enjoys building meaningful relationships, and excels at guiding teams toward successful outcomes. In this Principal role, you will bring strategic insight, energy, and technical expertise to develop high‑performing teams and deliver exceptional environmental solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners through networking, outreach, and consistent communication.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.
• Lead project teams, inspire collaboration, and ensure high-quality execution.
• Manage team workload, provide coaching, deliver feedback, and foster a positive work environment.
• Oversee project performance, including budgets, schedules, profitability, and resource planning.
• Support business development by identifying and pursuing new opportunities with current and prospective clients.
• Lead or support proposal development, cost estimating, and project reporting.
• Contribute technical expertise to environmental projects such as:
  • Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
  • Soil, vapor, and groundwater investigations
  • Remedial action planning and oversight
  • Ensuring high-quality deliverables and service excellence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• 10+ years of environmental consulting experience aligned with the duties listed.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Geoscientist (P.G.) or Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Experience working with industrial, energy, agricultural, or commercial clients.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including team management and staff development.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Comfortable initiating conversations and building rapport with new contacts.