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.