Senior Chemical/Environmental Engineer or Environmental Scientist 3

The Civil Engineer; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Solid benefits package

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich is seeking a senior EHS regulatory compliance leader to join our Costa Mesa, CA or San Diego, CA offices. You will act as a seller/doer, developing client relationships, leading multi-disciplinary project teams, delivering high‑quality deliverables, and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities include guiding RCRA compliance programs, ensuring safety protocols, and driving growth in California markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• 15+ years of experience in EHS regulatory compliance or related areas.
• Proven leadership in complex projects and client management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the company’s portfolio by developing and maintaining strategic client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and driving significant revenue growth.
• Oversee large, complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they meet technical, budgetary, and client satisfaction goals.
• Build and guide high-performance teams, mentoring staff and promoting staff development during project execution.
• Contribute to long-term strategy by identifying new markets, services, and technologies, and leading proposals for high‑impact projects.
• Represent the company in professional organizations and influence industry trends.
• Ensure work complies with Health & Safety protocols.
• Provide senior technical leadership for EHS regulatory compliance programs, including RCRA, with California focus.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Team building

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science

Job description

Find your path and enjoy the journey at Haley & Aldrich . With us, you’ll tackle clients’ most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments – and, in turn, build stronger communities. You’ll work with teams of passionate colleagues, driven by a commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning.As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well-being, and quality of life. Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development.

The is a full-time role and based in either our Costa Mesa, CA or San Diego, CA office.In this position, you will have an opportunity to play a key role in delivering strategic value and driving meaningful outcomes for our clients and team. You will act as a seller/doer, developing and maintaining client relationships, leading multi-disciplinary project teams, executing high-quality deliverables, and mentoring junior staff. Your expertise will guide technical execution and proactive compliance strategies, helping clients navigate complex regulations and implement effective EHS programs. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to a dynamic and growing company, we’d love to hear from you!

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and grow the company’s portfolio by developing and maintaining strategic client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and driving significant revenue growth.
• Oversee large, complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they meet technical, budgetary, and client satisfaction goals. Serve as a senior leader on project teams and oversee all phases of service delivery.
• Build and guide high-performance teams, fostering a collaborative environment. Mentor emerging talent and promote staff development through hands‑on coaching and leadership during project execution.
• Contribute to the company’s long‑term strategy by identifying new markets, services, and technologies, and leading proposals for high‑impact projects.
• Actively participate in professional organizations, representing the company, providing thought leadership, and influencing industry trends.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with company and client Health & Safety protocols.
• Demonstrate our foundational safety behaviors.
• Provide senior technical and strategic leadership for EHS regulatory compliance programs, including RCRA compliance, with an emphasis on clients in California.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in EHS regulatory compliance, RCRA compliance, or related technical areas, with a proven track record of driving business growth through client relationships and leadership in complex projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in both business development and project leadership, with experience safely and profitably leading multiple projects simultaneously and managing client portfolios.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas and lead client and internal discussions effectively.
• Proven leadership experience in building and managing diverse teams, mentoring staff, and fostering collaboration.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance strategic growth, client needs, and company profitability.

Preferred Skills:

• Professional registration or certification in a relevant field is preferred, such as PE, CSP, or CIH.
• Significant experience in California EHS compliance markets, with established relationships and insights into industry trends.
• Experience presenting at conferences, writing articles or contributing thought leadership within professional organizations.
• A passion for continuous learning and innovation, staying at the forefront of industry developments.

The salary range for this position in Costa Mesa, CA and San Diego, CA is $105,000-$170,000 annually . Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market.

About Haley & Aldrich

Haley & Aldrich is committed to delivering the value our clients need from their capital, operations, and environmental projects. Our team of 1,000+ engineers and scientists across the United States draw inspiration from one mission: to work closely with clients as they navigate change to create safer, more robust places to live and work. Since our founding in 1957, organizations across the public and private sectors have relied on us for technical excellence and empathetic leadership that achieve results and secure a thriving tomorrow. Learn more at haleyaldrich.com.

Haley & Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran, or any other legally protected status. We offer excellent career growth, a highly competitive total compensation plan, and a solid benefits package.