Principal Environmental Consultant — Lead & Grow Portland

Principal Environmental Consultant; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Commuter Benefits

TerraLunches

TerraTalks

Tuition/Licensing/Professional Dev. Re

Flexible Work Schedule

ongoing company-sponsored events

Job summary

Terraphase is seeking a Principal Environmental Consultant to help lead and grow our Portland, Oregon office. The ideal candidate is a technical expert who can build strong client relationships, manage teams, and serve as a strategic leader in private-sector remediation projects.

The role requires 15+ years in environmental consulting focused on remediation, due diligence, or redevelopment, with a proven record in client development and leadership.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in environmental consulting, with an emphasis in remediation, due diligence, or site redevelopment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and maintain high standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
• Track record of building and sustaining client relationships, with a proactive and consultative approach.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the drive to shape a regional office’s success through client development and leadership.
• Strong communication, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative leadership style aligned with Terraphase’s culture.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor and technical lead for clients in the private sector (developers, attorneys).
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities
• Lead and mentor junior and mid-level staff.
• Oversee operations in collaboration with regional leadership.
• Provide direction on regulatory strategies and field execution.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Strategic thinking

Team mentoring

Regulatory strategy

Communication

Education

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

Job description

Terraphase is seeking a Principal Environmental Consultant to help lead and grow our Portland, Oregon office. The ideal candidate is a technical expert who can build strong client relationships, manage teams, and serve as a strategic leader in private-sector remediation projects.

The role requires 15+ years in environmental consulting focused on remediation, due diligence, or redevelopment, with a proven record in client development and leadership.