Director, Air & Noise Group Leader

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.