Lead Consultant, California Environmental Regulatory Compliance

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Hybrid based position out of our Irvine or Los Angeles, CA office. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

We invite you to bring your energy, professionalism, and experience with environmental due diligence and compliance projects into play as you support our growing office and contribute to innovative and high-quality environmental solutions. 

If you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our due diligence and compliance team as our consultant and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Senior Lead Consultant, you will be part of our interdisciplinary team in the Americas, engaging with other business and technical professionals. You will work with all levels of technical expertise, from entry level team members to members with decades of experience, many of whom are subject matter experts in their own fields. You will engage in a continual learning environment through coaching, mentoring, and on the job tasks.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Evaluate federal, state and local environmental regulatory requirements for waste, air quality, and water quality programs and preparing associated plans, permits, and reports;
• Experience and willingness to conduct and assist with various environmental regulatory compliance tasks such as preparation of environmental plans (i.e. SPCC, SWPPP, BMP), preparing permit applications (i.e., wastewater, etc.), conducting environmental compliance reviews and audits, and preparing calculations for other environmental regulatory reports;
• Provide regular and consistent communications to clients, regulators and project team on key issues, and developments;
• Conducting field investigations, including the collection of stormwater samples under the direction of a Qualified Industrial Storm Water Practitioner (QISP); and
• Participate as an EHS compliance audit team member and/or conduct Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).

About you

• BS or MS in Environmental, Chemical, Geological or other related Engineering or Environmental Science;
• 3+ years’ experience with environmental due diligence assessments (e.g., Phase I Environmental Site Assessments) and/or environmental regulatory compliance experience (related to industrial and commercial facilities);
• Strong technical skills and experience writing technical reports
• Typically travels once per week to sites
• Excellent communication, interpersonal

What we can offer you

• Investment in your development;
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles;
• Be valued for the unique person you are;
• Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects; and
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [email protected] with such requests.

At Ramboll, your base pay is only part of your overall total compensation package. At the time of this posting, this role is likely to be compensated at an annual base salary between $80,000 - $95,000.  Actual pay may be more or less than the posted range, depending on numerous factors, including experience, geographical location, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and skill level, and does not include bonuses, overtime, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.