Principal Environmental Leader – Growth & Practice

SLR Consulting; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision

PTO & Holidays

401(k) matching

Life Insurance

Short & Long-term Disability

Employee assistance program

Job summary

SLR Consulting (US) seeks a Principal Scientist/Engineer/Geologist to lead growth and practice development in Bothell, WA. This is a growth-focused leadership role that will guide projects, cultivate client relationships, and mentor a high-performing team.

You will oversee investigations, remediation strategies, and regulatory approaches (MTCA, VCP, PLIA) while expanding the practice with new services and markets. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bothell.

Qualifications

• Typically 10–15 years of experience in environmental consulting, at or near principal level.
• Strong technical background in site investigation and remediation (soil, groundwater, vapor, sediment).
• Familiarity with Washington regulatory programs (MTCA, VCP, PLIA).
• Demonstrated ability to build client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to help grow a practice.

Responsibilities

• Practice & Client Development: grow and expand a portfolio of work and deepen client relationships.
• Technical Leadership: serve as Principal-in-Charge or senior technical lead on complex projects and review deliverables.
• Team Leadership: lead and mentor a small team and shape culture and priorities.
• Business & Operations: manage budgets, schedules, staffing, and participate in hiring and strategy.

Skills

Site investigation

Remediation expertise

Client development

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Education

WA PE, LG, or LHG

Job description

SLR Consulting (US) seeks a Principal Scientist/Engineer/Geologist to lead growth and practice development in Bothell, WA. This is a growth-focused leadership role that will guide projects, cultivate client relationships, and mentor a high-performing team.

You will oversee investigations, remediation strategies, and regulatory approaches (MTCA, VCP, PLIA) while expanding the practice with new services and markets. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bothell.