Principal Environmental Compliance Consultant

Overview

Terraphase Engineering is a dynamic, privately owned environmental consulting firm seeking a Principal Environmental Compliance Consultant (Scientist, Geologist, or Engineer) with 16+ years of professional experience to help grow and support our Compliance Services Division. The Compliance Division is one of Terraphase's four core Service Areas and focuses on meeting environmental and safety standards across industries while delivering practical, high-value compliance solutions.

The Role

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a proven seller–doer—a consultant who combines deep technical expertise with a strong record of cultivating and sustaining client relationships while delivering practical compliance solutions. You will have the platform to shape strategy, mentor emerging talent, and drive the growth of our compliance practice through your network and technical expertise.

At Terraphase, you'll work in a small-to-mid-sized firm environment (

Responsibilities

• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations (CWA, RCRA, CAA, EPCRA, etc.).
• Lead large-scale and multi-state compliance programs.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding regulatory negotiations and agency interactions.
• Manage diverse projects—compliance audits, gap analyses, discharge monitoring, tank programs, litigation support, and permitting efforts.
• Develop proposals, scopes, budgets, and schedules while ensuring client satisfaction and profitability.
• Lead teams for responses to small and large RFPs / SOQs.
• Oversee and mentor a team of consultants, scientists, and engineers, while managing subcontractors and vendors.
• Provide quality assurance and technical reviews of deliverables, including reports, plans, and specifications.
• Support project bidding, contract solicitation, and business development opportunities.
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative, cost-effective compliance solutions.
• Expand Terraphase's compliance practice and help shape its long-term growth strategy.

Qualifications

Preferred Skills

Benefits

Terraphase offers an extensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability, a generous 401(k) match, commuter benefits, professional development reimbursement, flexible work schedule, and ongoing company-sponsored events. Terraphase is a privately-owned S-Corp with a path to ownership.

EOE Statement

Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and contribute to achieving common goals. (EOE M / V / F / D)

Salary

Compensation for this position is based on years of experience, technical expertise, education, and geographic location, with a range of $135,000-$200,000.

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