Senior Due Diligence Consultant
Senior Due Diligence Consultant
Location: Irvine, CA
Salary Range: $130,000 - $170,000 annually + bonus + comprehensive benefits
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Due Diligence Consultant to join a growing environmental and transaction advisory team in Irvine, California. This position will play a key role in supporting clients through complex real estate transactions, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), portfolio evaluations, and risk assessment projects. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, project leadership experience, and a proven track record managing environmental due diligence programs for institutional investors, private equity firms, developers, corporations, and legal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage environmental due diligence projects related to acquisitions, divestitures, refinancing, and portfolio transactions.
- Conduct and oversee Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in accordance with ASTM standards.
- Evaluate environmental liabilities, regulatory compliance concerns, and transactional risks associated with commercial and industrial properties.
- Support domestic and international M&A due diligence efforts, including environmental risk reviews and transaction advisory services.
- Review environmental reports, regulatory records, historical site information, and compliance documentation.
- Prepare clear, concise, and defensible due diligence reports for clients and transaction stakeholders.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client communications.
- Mentor junior consultants and provide technical oversight on complex assignments.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, geologists, attorneys, lenders, developers, and corporate clients.
- Assist with business development efforts, client relationship management, and proposal preparation.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
- 12+ years of experience in environmental due diligence consulting.
- Significant experience supporting transactional due diligence and M&A transactions.
- Extensive knowledge of ASTM standards, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.
- Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale due diligence projects and transaction support assignments.
- Strong understanding of environmental compliance, site contamination issues, and risk evaluation.
- Excellent technical writing, communication, and client management skills.
- Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget objectives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certifications such as PG, PE, CHMM, or similar credentials.
- Experience managing national or multi-site portfolio due diligence programs.
- Familiarity with environmental compliance audits, remediation liabilities, and ESG-related transaction considerations.
- Existing client relationships within real estate, private equity, institutional investment, or corporate sectors.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate is a strategic consultant who can confidently advise clients during critical transactions, identify and communicate environmental risks, and serve as a trusted partner throughout the due diligence process. They should possess a strong blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and project leadership capabilities.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $120,000 - $150,000
- Annual performance bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Professional development and certification support
- Hybrid work flexibility
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