Principal-Level Environmental Geologist or Engineer at Ninyo & Moore – Irvine, California

Job Description: 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 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

Education & Licensure

• B.S. degree in Geology, Civil Engineering, or equivalent

• California PG, PE, or GE license (required)

Required Skills & Experience

• Results-driven, self-motivated California-licensed Professional Geologist or Engineer (PE or PG)

• 15+ years of experience, preferably with an environmental engineering services consulting firm

• 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

  • 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 Skills

• 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

Location: Irvine, CA

Status: Full time, in office

Reference ID: PRIN-G