Sr. Environmental Consultant (CAC)

Provost and Pritchard Consulting Group seeks a Senior Environmental Consultant (CAC) in Chowchilla, CA, with options in Bakersfield or Visalia. The role involves leading hazardous materials and indoor air quality projects, mentoring staff, and managing client relationships. Candidates must have a California Certified Asbestos Consultant certification and significant experience in environmental consulting. The position requires fieldwork and occasional travel within California.
Available in Other Office: Bakersfield or Visalia

Summary

Provost & Pritchard is seeking a standout Senior Environmental Consultant who's ready to make an impact. You'll lead high-profile hazardous materials and indoor air quality (IAQ) projects, guide clients through complex environmental challenges, and help shape the future of our environmental services group. We're looking for a California Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) with strong experience in asbestos, lead, and IAQ assessments, project delivery, and client communication. This role offers the opportunity to provide technical leadership, mentor a talented team, and contribute to strategic business development.

Duties
• Lead and manage asbestos, lead-based paint, and hazardous building materials surveys and assessments.
• Plan, conduct, and interpret indoor air quality (IAQ) investigations, including mold, VOCs, allergens, and comfort parameters.
• Develop sampling strategies, data quality objectives, and project approaches for hazardous materials and IAQ projects.
• Oversee abatement and remediation projects, including contractor oversight, air monitoring, and clearance testing.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, management plans, specifications, and regulatory documentation.
• Serve as primary client contact for assigned projects, providing clear communication, scheduling, and issue resolution.
• Support and lead business development activities, including proposal preparation, scope and fee development, and client presentations.
• Identify new opportunities with existing and prospective clients, and assist with marketing strategy for environmental services.
• Provide mentorship, technical guidance, and QA/QC review for junior staff and technicians.
• Ensure project compliance with applicable regulations, including Cal/OSHA, EPA, AHERA, NESHAP, CDPH, and local agency requirements.
• Perform project work in both office and field settings, including schools, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, healthcare sites, and active construction environments.
• Serve clients in Fresno, Madera, Tulare, Kings, and Kern Counties, with occasional travel throughout California based on project needs.
• Contribute to business development and leadership efforts by attending client meetings and industry events, promoting environmental services, and helping build a strong, client-focused team culture.

Qualifications
• Current and valid California Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) - Required.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field (advanced degree a plus).
• Minimum 5-8 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting with emphasis on asbestos, lead, and IAQ.
• Thorough working knowledge of asbestos, lead, and IAQ regulations and guidelines (Cal/OSHA, EPA, AHERA, NESHAP, CDPH, ASHRAE, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience managing projects, budgets, schedules, and client expectations.
• Proven business development or client management experience (proposals, presentations, key account support).
• Strong technical writing skills and ability to prepare clear, concise reports and deliverables.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable in client meetings and presentations.
• Ability to mentor and train junior staff and oversee field technicians.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.