Senior Air Quality Project Manager - Texas (fully remote)

Montrose Environmental Group

Full-time - Senior

Remote

1,001-5,000 employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Senior Air Quality Project Manager will lead air quality projects, focusing on permitting and compliance for clients in the chemicals and refining sectors. This role involves regulatory modeling, emissions calculations, and managing a team of consultants while fostering client relationships. The position is fully remote for the right candidate and requires a strong technical background in air quality regulations and project management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new source review (NSR), non-attainment NSR, Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permitting, and Title V permitting.
• Perform regulatory air dispersion modeling using US EPA recommended models (e.g., AERMOD).
• Develop emission calculations and emissions inventory.
• Conduct Best Available Control Technology (BACT) assessments.
• Perform regulatory applicability analyses for state, local, and federal regulations.
• Manage a team of consultants and oversee project work.
• Ensure quality control of personal work and projects being managed.
• Communicate effectively with external and internal customers.
• Develop and maintain trusting professional relationships with clients.
• Promote the company externally to clients.

Requirements

• B.S. or above in engineering or a related scientific discipline.
• 7 to 10 years of air quality consulting experience, with at least 4 years as a Project Manager.
• Advanced understanding of relevant air quality regulations.
• Depth of technical competencies to solve problems and scope projects accurately.
• Ability to mentor and train team members.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management and communication skills.
• Professionalism to maintain long-term working relationships with clients and co-workers.
• Fundamental math and science competencies.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite and time/expense tracking software.
• Understanding of software and tools applicable to projects (e.g., AERMOD, ArcGIS).
• Understanding of engineering concepts related to chemical processes and emissions control technologies.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with air quality permitting and compliance in the chemicals and refining sectors.
• Familiarity with Google Suite and other project management tools.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package based on performance and credentials.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401k with a 4% employer match.
• Mentorship and professional development resources.
• Direct exposure to industry experts.
• Opportunities to engage in Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion initiatives.
• Progressive vacation policies and paid parental leave.
• Financial assistance program through the Montrose Foundation.
• Access to attractive student loan rates.