Apex Companies · 3 hours ago
Principal/Lead Assurer-Product Sustainability
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
10+ years expApex Companies is a fast-growing engineering and environmental consulting firm seeking a Principal/Lead Assurer to join their Product Climate Verification program. The role involves applying technical expertise in environmental product assurance and life cycle assessment to expand service offerings and drive operational excellence.
Civil EngineeringComplianceConstructionConsultingEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringWaste ManagementWaterWater Purification
Hiring Manager
Jill Spoljaric
Responsibilities
Identify and pursue opportunities to expand into emerging markets, product consulting and verification domains
Cultivate relationships with key clients, auditors, and industry stakeholders
Scope and develop proposals for new projects and service areas
Serve as lead auditor or technical reviewer for complex verification projects & maintain deep knowledge of relevant standards and protocols, including:
ISO 14044 (LCA)
ISO 14067 (Carbon Footprint of Products)
Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)
Carbon Neutrality and Environmental Claims Validation
Develop internal guidance and training materials to build team capacity and technical excellence
Manage multidisciplinary teams across GHG assurance, LCA reviews, PCR/EPD verification, supply chain sustainability assessments, and ESG disclosure audits
Ensure compliance with Apex’s quality systems and external accreditation requirements
Oversee internal and external audits, resolve nonconformities, and maintain program integrity
Align operations with ISO standards and ensure consistent interpretation across teams
Provide strategic insights on emerging standards and best practices in carbon accounting, supply chain assurance, and disclosure verification
Mentor and develop junior consultants, fostering technical growth and leadership in sustainability assurance
Contribute to business development through thought leadership, training, and technical innovation in climate assurance
Qualification
Required
Demonstrable experience building and growing a new verification service line
10+ years of experience in Life Cycle Assessment and EPD development/verification
Demonstrable experience reviewing LCAs under ISO 14044 and verifying EPDs
Strong understanding of PCR development and application
Strong written and oral communication skills to present technical reviews to clients, program operators, and stakeholders
History of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and leadership in sustainability and product transparency
Preferred
Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
Life Cycle Assessment Certified Professional (LCACP) or Certified LCA Reviewer (CLAR)
Experience in sustainable finance verification (e.g., green bonds, SPOs) is a plus
Ability to lead audits and contribute to international business development efforts
Benefits
Company-subsidized medical and dental
Company-paid life, short- and long-term disability
401k match, tuition assistance, and more
Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects
Performance-based bonuses or other incentives
Company
Apex Companies
Apex is a national water resources and environmental services firm that provides single-source solutions for routine and complex projects.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Tailwind Capital
2023-02-01Acquired
2019-01-01Undisclosed
2018-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
David Fabianski
President & CEO
Donell (Doni) Murphy
Chief Strategy and Growth Officer
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