Project Manager - Air Quality

Accountabilities:

• Manage air quality permitting and environmental compliance projects for solid waste and industrial clients, ensuring that deliverables meet regulatory requirements, project objectives, and established quality standards.

• Oversee air quality permitting activities, greenhouse gas emissions compliance, general regulatory compliance, and environmental permitting for industrial facilities and solid waste operations.

• Perform and supervise technical work, including air dispersion modeling, emissions calculations, compliance assessments, regulatory research, and data analysis.

• Prepare, review, and coordinate environmental permitting applications, compliance documentation, technical reports, and other regulatory deliverables.

• Evaluate environmental data and regulatory requirements to identify compliance issues, assess potential risks, and recommend practical solutions.

• Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables to ensure assignments are completed accurately, efficiently, and on time.

• Maintain regular communication with clients, addressing technical questions, discussing permitting and compliance matters, and providing updates on project progress.

• Develop proposals, scopes of work, and technical approaches to support new projects and ongoing client relationships.

• Participate in field activities, including site visits and meetings related to environmental permitting, air quality compliance, and regulatory assessments.

• Coordinate with internal technical teams and other stakeholders to ensure consistent project execution and high-quality work products.

• Monitor changes in applicable environmental regulations and incorporate relevant requirements into project planning and recommendations.

• Travel occasionally to client facilities, project sites, or meetings as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or another relevant scientific or engineering discipline.

• At least six years of relevant professional experience in air quality, air permitting, and/or environmental compliance.

• A minimum of two years of project management experience, including coordinating technical deliverables, schedules, client communications, and project resources.

• Strong knowledge of air quality regulations, permitting processes, emissions compliance, and environmental regulatory requirements.

• Experience with air dispersion modeling, emissions calculations, environmental data analysis, technical research, and preparation of regulatory documentation is highly desirable.

• Ability to interpret complex technical and regulatory information and translate it into practical recommendations for clients.

• Demonstrated organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, competing deadlines, and changing priorities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing technical reports, proposals, and client-facing documentation.

• Proven ability to build productive client relationships, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to business development activities.

• A valid driver's license and a driving record in good standing are required.

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining effective collaboration with colleagues and clients across the Southwest.

• Willingness to participate in occasional field activities and travel as project requirements dictate.

Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary: $110,000–$160,000, depending on qualifications, relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location.

• Remote or hybrid work flexibility, with the option to work remotely or from an office in California, Arizona, or Nevada.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance to support employee health and well-being.

• Life and disability insurance for additional financial protection.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): A 100% employer-funded program that allows eligible employees to share in the organization's long-term success.

• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match.

• Annual bonus program offering additional earning potential.

• Student debt contribution program to help eligible employees manage educational debt.

• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) to support work-life balance.

• Paid parental leave to support employees and their families.

• Career advancement opportunities within a growing environmental consulting practice.

• Meaningful environmental impact: The opportunity to contribute to emissions reduction, environmental compliance, sustainable infrastructure, and community health.

• Professional development through complex technical projects, client engagement, and collaboration with environmental specialists.