Application Guide
How to Apply for PFAS and Investigation/Remediation Principal - Flexible US Location
at Ramboll Management Consulting
🏢 About Ramboll Management Consulting
Ramboll Management Consulting uniquely positions itself at the intersection of environmental science and sustainable business, specifically driving decarbonization and sustainable business models globally. Their focus on PFAS solutions aligns with growing regulatory and public pressure, offering a chance to work on high-impact, forward-thinking projects with a consulting firm that integrates technical expertise with strategic business advisory.
About This Role
This Principal role involves leading PFAS investigation and remediation projects while actively identifying and pursuing new business opportunities in this niche. You'll manage client and regulatory relationships, provide thought leadership through presentations and webinars, and mentor staff, making this role impactful by directly shaping Ramboll's growth in the critical PFAS market and influencing environmental outcomes.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve a morning video call with a client to discuss PFAS site assessment progress, followed by reviewing regulatory submissions and mentoring a junior staff member on career goals. In the afternoon, you could draft a proposal for a new PFAS remediation opportunity and prepare slides for an upcoming industry webinar on emerging contaminants.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Ramboll Management Consulting Is Looking For
- Has 15+ years in environmental consulting with a proven track record of winning PFAS or complex site remediation projects, not just general experience.
- Demonstrates specific success in business development within the PFAS regulatory landscape (e.g., knowledge of state/federal PFAS regulations, client networks at industrial or municipal sites).
- Combines deep technical expertise (e.g., hydrogeology, risk assessment for PFAS) with strong leadership skills to manage teams and client relationships simultaneously.
- Shows thought leadership through publications, conference presentations, or webinar participation specifically related to PFAS or emerging contaminants.
📝 Tips for Applying to Ramboll Management Consulting
Quantify your business development success: Instead of 'experienced in BD,' specify 'Grew PFAS portfolio by 30% over 3 years by securing contracts with 5 municipal clients.'
Tailor your resume to highlight PFAS-specific projects (e.g., 'Led PFAS groundwater investigation at former industrial site under state regulatory program X') and leadership in staff development.
Research Ramboll's recent PFAS projects or thought leadership (e.g., check their website for webinars, white papers) and reference them to show genuine interest.
Emphasize remote collaboration skills, as this is a remote US role; mention experience managing distributed teams or clients virtually.
Use keywords from the job description like 'PFAS site solutions,' 'regulatory agency relations,' and 'thought leadership' throughout your application materials.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Highlight your 15+ years of experience with specific examples of PFAS project leadership and business development wins, tying them to Ramboll's focus on sustainable solutions.", "Discuss your ability to manage both external (client/regulatory) and internal (staff development) relationships, showing alignment with the role's dual focus.", "Express passion for decarbonization and sustainability, linking it to Ramboll's company mission and how PFAS remediation contributes to broader environmental goals.", 'Mention any thought leadership activities (e.g., presentations, articles) related to PFAS or investigation/remediation to demonstrate expertise and visibility in the field.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Ramboll's recent projects or case studies on PFAS and investigation/remediation (check their website or news releases).
- → Their thought leadership materials, such as webinars, reports, or blogs on sustainability and decarbonization, to understand their strategic priorities.
- → The company's global presence and how the US team fits into their broader environmental consulting services.
- → Key leaders in Ramboll's environmental division, especially those focused on PFAS or remediation, to tailor your application.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic resume without highlighting PFAS-specific experience or quantifiable business development achievements.
- Failing to demonstrate knowledge of Ramboll's sustainability focus or recent PFAS work, making your application seem impersonal.
- Overemphasizing technical skills without showing leadership, staff development, or business acumen, which are critical for this Principal role.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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