Remote Principal Environmental Scientist CA Reg Expert

Project Resource Collective LLC; Oakland (CA); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Project Resource Collective LLC seeks a Principal Scientist to lead environmental compliance programs, shaping strategy from planning through execution with potential remote work for a Northern California-based candidate.

The role collaborates with clients, technical experts, planners and regulators, oversees proposals and staffing, and mentors staff while upholding safety and confidentiality policies.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership of environmental compliance projects.
• Strong knowledge of California regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to mentor multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex environmental compliance projects from planning strategy through execution.
• Collaborate with clients, technical experts, planners, and regulators.
• Oversee proposals, cost estimating, and interview execution.
• QA/QC oversight of high-volume programs.
• Manage staffing, budgets, and schedules.
• Mentor staff and support growth.
• Support business development and strategic growth.
• Maintain safety and confidentiality policies.
• Stay current on industry trends and regulations.
• Travel locally as needed.

Skills

Regulatory liaison

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Mentorship

Written communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, urban planning, environmental science, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

15+ years of relevant professional experience (12+ with Master)

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Resource Collective LLC seeks a Principal Scientist to lead environmental compliance programs, shaping strategy from planning through execution with potential remote work for a Northern California-based candidate.

The role collaborates with clients, technical experts, planners and regulators, oversees proposals and staffing, and mentors staff while upholding safety and confidentiality policies.