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Air Quality - Principal

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.
Cincinnati, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026
Air Quality - Principal
Job Locations US-OH-Cincinnati
Category Air Quality Type Full-Time
Overview

As an Air Quality Senior Project Manager/Principal for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Cincinnati, OH office you will lead air permitting and regulatory compliance programs for private-sector clients with complex technical/regulatory issues in the manufacturing, oil & gas, power, solid waste, and mining industry consulting groups. You will also work to support public sector clients in reviewing permit applications and compiling greenhouse gas inventories. You'll develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their processes and develop permitting and compliance strategies to help their facilities maintain operating flexibility. You will identify and develop new air quality business with new and existing clients that generate repeat business. You will also represent the company at conferences and in meetings to resolve project issues, plan and coordinate work, and negotiate contracts. You will work closely with other CEC air quality practice members across the country to develop opportunities, build business relationships, and apply best practices to address client needs, and mentor junior and mid-level staff in the proper planning and execution of air quality projects, and in directing or conducting technical reviews of client deliverables.

Qualifications
    Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering (chemical or environmental), environmental science, or related degree
  • 15 years of relevant experience in air quality/compliance
  • Consulting or industry experience working with NSR Construction Permitting, Title V, Federally Enforceable State-Only Operating Permits, Federal and State air regulations and air regulatory compliance assistance
  • Established relationships with air pollution control agencies
  • Demonstrate ability to communicate clearly and effectively, strategic thinking, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Effective management of complex air quality projects
  • Proven experience in mentoring and leading staff
About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community - focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite - focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA - focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women - focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!


We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you - that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS

If CEC has not expressly requested recruiting services or contractually engaged with you for recruiting services on a specific position, any resumes or candidate profiles sent to CEC shall be considered unsolicited. Therefore, any such submissions will be considered property of CEC, with no associated fees due to your firm.


Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law.


 

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