Principal-Level Environmental Geologist or Engineer

Position Overview

Ninyo & Moore, a SOCOTEC Company has an immediate opening for a Principal-level Environmental Geologist or Engineer for our Irvine, California office. The successful candidate will act as a technical lead, drive business development, and provide high-level consulting services. Location: Irvine, CA
Schedule: Full time, in office.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Irvine Division’s technical lead
• Play a key role in growing Ninyo & Moore’s environmental consulting business
• Perform both business development and technical consulting activities
• Promote personal technical reputation and the Ninyo & Moore brand
• Support client development and high-level consulting efforts
• Contribute to a results-driven, growth-oriented environment with competitive compensation

Required Qualifications

• Education: B.S. degree in Geology, Civil Engineering, or equivalent; California PG, PE, or GE license (required)
• Experience Required: 15+ years of experience, preferably with an environmental engineering services consulting firm
• Results-driven, self-motivated California-licensed Professional Geologist or Engineer (PE or PG)
• Experience with NEPA/CEQA and Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs)
• Strong relationships with state and local regulatory agencies
• Expertise in regulatory compliance, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, environmental remediation, emergency construction support for contaminated sites, and environmental issues including air, wastewater, and hazardous waste
• Experience attending shortlist and interview presentations for major environmental clients
• Ability to perform as an Expert Witness

Preferred Qualifications

• Senior-level presentation and negotiation skills
• Strong business development and client service focus
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Positive attitude and strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to serve as client manager for key clients or service areas
• High professional profile through membership associations and a strong Southern California environmental network
• Strong technical reviewer with ability to mentor junior technical staff
• Ability to plan, manage, and implement projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint