Principal Environmental Consulting

This position is located in the Portland Maine area.

Are you eager to develop your excellence in an inclusive collaborative and empowering community Are you excited about joining a company that strives to make a difference for its employees clients and society Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature

We invite you to bring your Consulting experience along with your strong leadership skills as you contribute to innovative and sustainable environmental solutions and help us grow our Portland Maine office. This position offers great opportunity for local leadership and advancement as we are looking for recognized leaders in the consulting marketplace for the Portland Maine area.  We are seeking applicants with a minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in consulting with a focus on project management and client engagement.  We are open minded about your consulting focus for example could be environmental energy transition circular economy sustainability air M&A diligence digital services etc.    

If you have a strong foothold in the Maine New England or Northeast markets and desire the potential responsibility of becoming a leader for Ramboll this is the role for you! Join our team as our new Principal and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Principal you will lead develop and oversee an consulting practice providing strategic guidance technical expertise and innovative solutions to clients. Your extensive knowledge of regulations assessment methodologies and project management will be instrumental in delivering highquality consulting services and driving sustainable outcomes for our clients.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical and business leadership and contribute to advanced solutions in for example the environmental chemical commercial manufacturing government energy financial insurance and/or law sectors. In addition the successful candidate must demonstrate an ability to generate and maintain a volume of business sufficient to support the growth of the firm.  Typically once settled at Ramboll successful applicants generate at least enough business to support 23 staff members.

This individual will have experience managing consulting matters must work effectively in multidisciplinary teams is expected to be proficient in the analysis and communication of information and must be able to work cooperatively with agencies organizations and individuals to guide decisionmaking.  The successful candidate also is expected to be proficient in all facets of project management and must demonstrate a commitment to mentoring and developing staff and collaboration with colleagues.

Your key tasks and responsibilities may include:

1. Client Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients building and maintaining strong relationships. Understand their consulting needs develop tailored solutions and provide exceptional client service.
2. Project Management: Lead consulting projects from initiation to completion ensuring deliverables are met within budget and timeline constraints. Supervise project teams allocate resources effectively and maintain project documentation.
3. Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of consultants providing guidance support and professional development opportunities. Foster a collaborative and highperforming work environment.
4. Business Development: Identify new business opportunities prepare proposals and participate in client presentations. Expand the client base and maintain a strong network of industry contacts to generate business leads.
5. Thought Leadership: Stay abreast of emerging trends technologies and best practices in the environmental consulting field. Contribute to industry forums publish articles and deliver presentations to establish the organization as a thought leader.

Your new team

As part of the Portland team you will be part of a creative group filled with people who are really excited about solving clients problems and creating sustainable solutions for them. 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. And you will engage in a continual learning environment through coaching mentoring and on the job tasks.

About you

From the moment you start at Ramboll we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. While we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development for this role we have identified some qualifications skills and capabilities that will set you up for success.

1. Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in related to consulting focus.  For example environmental consulting would require Environmental Science Engineering Geology or a related degree.   
2. Experience: A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in consulting with a focus on project management and client engagement.
3. Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of regulations assessment methodologies and/or permitting processes.
4. Leadership Skills: Proven leadership abilities with the capability to manage and inspire a team. Excellent organizational communication and decisionmaking skills are essential.
5. Business Development: Track record of successful business development including generating leads preparing proposals and winning new projects.

What we can offer you

• Interesting and diverse projects
• The opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest professionals in your field
• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent health and retirement benefits
• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on guided by our Leadership Principles
• Appreciation for the unique person you are
• The longterm thinking of a foundationowned company
• Inspiration from colleagues clients and projects

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture engineering and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So thats where we start and how we work. At Ramboll our core strength is our people and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh diverse and innovative perspectives. We respect embrace and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Ready to join us

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV and a cover letter connecting your background to the responsibilities of the position. This position is located in the Portland Maine area. If you are not already in that location please answer the question pertaining to relocation on the application. Thank you!

We recognize that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Rambolls supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you dont meet all the requirements we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.

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

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

An equal opportunity employer

Equality diversity and inclusion is 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 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. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime