Principal - Environmental Management, Permitting & Compliance

Description

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to expand services and cross-sell capabilities across SLR’s global network
• Oversee preparation and peer review of complex permitting and compliance documentation
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive-level clients, regulators, and internal stakeholders
• Mentor, coach, and develop senior and junior staff across disciplines, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability
• Lead and grow SLR’s Environmental Management, Permitting & Compliance practice, ensuring delivery excellence across all projects
• Represent SLR in public forums, regulatory hearings, and industry associations
• Provide high-level project management oversight, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget are consistently achieved
• Play a key role in advancing SLR’s technical capabilities and thought leadership in the mining and resource sector
• Bring technical depth to the evaluation of environmental, engineering, and regulatory challenges, offering practical solutions that meet client and regulatory needs

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to mentor and inspire technical teams
• Strong written communication skills for high level of report writing and peer review capabilities
• 15-20 years’ experience with permitting and compliance in the mining sector, including demonstrated success leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects
• Professional Designation with appropriate Professional Organization
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or related field
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including negotiation, facilitation, and executive-level presentation
• Strong consulting experience, with proven ability to manage client relationships and grow business opportunities

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance, short & long term disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
• Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education, professional designation, experience, internal parity, and location.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

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