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Summary – Director, Air & Noise Group Leader
Are you looking for an opportunity to take ownership of and lead an Air Quality & Noise practice?
Our client, a 100% employee-owned environmental planning firm, is seeking a senior-level leader to head its Air Quality & Noise practice.
The current practice supports a wide range of public and private sector projects across industries including water infrastructure, transportation, utilities, energy, telecommunications, and resource extraction.
You will play a key role in overseeing technical study preparation, managing and mentoring a team of subject matter experts, engaging directly with clients and regulatory agencies, and driving the next phase of strategic growth.
The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise and business acumen with deep experience in CEQA/NEPA air quality and noise impact assessments and environmental modeling. Strong leadership capabilities and a track record of client development are essential.
This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of an existing group and shape its future within a collaborative firm.
If you’re a strategic leader ready to elevate your impact, we’d love to connect.
Key Responsibilities
Lead cross-disciplinary teams delivering complex CEQA/NEPA air quality, GHG, and noise analyses for projects across California
Serve as the technical director on emissions and dispersion modeling, leveraging tools like AERMOD, CalEEMod, MOVES, and EMFAC
Drive strategic growth by expanding key client relationships and identifying new market opportunities across sectors such as transportation, utilities, energy, and infrastructure
Shape the future of the practice through team recruitment, resource planning, and long-term vision
Train and mentor junior consultants and foste a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and professional growth
Qualifications
Senior-level experience in air quality, GHG, and/or noise/acoustics consulting
Expertise in environmental impact assessments and regulatory compliance under CEQA and NEPA
Proficient in air dispersion and emissions modeling tools such as AERMOD, CalEEMod, MOVES, EMFAC, and familiarity with NSR, PSD, and Title V permitting
Demonstrated success in client relationship management, strategic business development, and leading high-performing technical teams
Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for practice building, mentorship, and contributing to a collaborative, employee-owned culture
Benefits & Perks!
100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee stock ownership plans
401k match
Hybrid/ remote work schedule options
Flexible PTO
Monthly bonus opportunities
Unpaid leaves/ sabbaticals
& more!
If you’d like to learn more details, please submit your resume directly or to Kate.Maloney@TalismanAP.com.
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Are you looking for an opportunity to take ownership of and lead an Air Quality & Noise practice?
Our client, a 100% employee-owned environmental planning firm, is seeking a senior-level leader to head its Air Quality & Noise practice.
The current practice supports a wide range of public and private sector projects across industries including water infrastructure, transportation, utilities, energy, telecommunications, and resource extraction.
You will play a key role in overseeing technical study preparation, managing and mentoring a team of subject matter experts, engaging directly with clients and regulatory agencies, and driving the next phase of strategic growth.
The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise and business acumen with deep experience in CEQA/NEPA air quality and noise impact assessments and environmental modeling. Strong leadership capabilities and a track record of client development are essential.
This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of an existing group and shape its future within a collaborative firm.
If you’re a strategic leader ready to elevate your impact, we’d love to connect.
Key Responsibilities
Lead cross-disciplinary teams delivering complex CEQA/NEPA air quality, GHG, and noise analyses for projects across California
Serve as the technical director on emissions and dispersion modeling, leveraging tools like AERMOD, CalEEMod, MOVES, and EMFAC
Drive strategic growth by expanding key client relationships and identifying new market opportunities across sectors such as transportation, utilities, energy, and infrastructure
Shape the future of the practice through team recruitment, resource planning, and long-term vision
Train and mentor junior consultants and foste a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and professional growth
Qualifications
Senior-level experience in air quality, GHG, and/or noise/acoustics consulting
Expertise in environmental impact assessments and regulatory compliance under CEQA and NEPA
Proficient in air dispersion and emissions modeling tools such as AERMOD, CalEEMod, MOVES, EMFAC, and familiarity with NSR, PSD, and Title V permitting
Demonstrated success in client relationship management, strategic business development, and leading high-performing technical teams
Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for practice building, mentorship, and contributing to a collaborative, employee-owned culture
Benefits & Perks!
100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee stock ownership plans
401k match
Hybrid/ remote work schedule options
Flexible PTO
Monthly bonus opportunities
Unpaid leaves/ sabbaticals
& more!
If you’d like to learn more details, please submit your resume directly or to Kate.Maloney@TalismanAP.com.
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