Air Permitting Manager

The Planet Group; Livonia (MI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual raises

Performance bonus

Employee stock ownership

PTO 20 days

Unlimited sick time

Relocation/sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a Senior Air Permitting Project Manager in Livonia, MI, offering a hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office). You will lead air permitting initiatives for industrial clients, supervise junior staff, manage client relationships, and contribute to a growing environmental practice.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in environmental consulting, strong knowledge of Title V/PSD/NSR, and a track record of delivering compliant permit strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years in environmental consulting, compliance, or permitting.
• Strong air emissions permitting and air quality knowledge.
• Experience preparing permit applications, emissions inventories, and reporting.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and lead projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage air permitting strategies for industrial facilities.
• Prepare permit applications and conduct emissions analyses.
• Evaluate regulatory applicability and support compliance programs.
• Lead projects, mentor junior staff, and manage client relationships.
• Collaborate with clients, agencies, and internal teams.

Skills

Air permitting

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Technical writing

Leadership

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Professional certifications desirable (EIT/PE/CHMM)

Tools

Air dispersion modeling

Job description

Location:Livonia, MI (Hybrid – Typically 3 Days In Office)

Pay Range:$95,000 - $115,000

Work Hours:Standard Business Hours

Type of Employment (Contract, Contract to Hire, Permanent Hire):Permanent Hire

Benefits

• Annual Merit Increases
• Performance Bonus
• Employee Stock Ownership Opportunity
• 20 Days PTO
• Unlimited Sick Time
• Relocation Assistance/Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates

The Planet Group is currently seeking a Senior Air Permitting Project Manager for a growing environmental engineering and consulting company in the environmental and infrastructure industry. Qualified candidates must have extensive experience with air emissions permitting, environmental compliance programs, and industrial regulatory requirements.

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, employee-focused environmental consulting organization that has built a strong reputation for delivering innovative solutions across industrial, environmental, and infrastructure projects.

The Senior Air Permitting Project Manager will serve as a technical leader supporting industrial clients with complex air permitting and regulatory compliance initiatives throughout the Midwest. This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful projects, mentor junior staff, manage client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of a highly respected consulting practice.

Primary responsibilities include developing and managing air permitting strategies, preparing permit applications, conducting emissions analyses, evaluating regulatory applicability, and supporting compliance programs for a diverse portfolio of industrial facilities. The successful candidate will collaborate with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal technical teams to deliver high-quality environmental solutions.

This position offers strong career growth potential, leadership responsibilities, a stable project pipeline, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced environmental professionals in a collaborative consulting environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related technical field
• Minimum 5 years of environmental consulting, compliance, or permitting experience
• Strong expertise in air emissions permitting and air quality regulatory compliance
• Experience preparing and managing air permit applications, emissions inventories, and compliance reporting
• Knowledge of federal and state air programs including Title V, PSD/NSR, MACT, NSPS, and NESHAP regulations
• Experience developing and managing environmental compliance programs including SPCC, SWPPP, and related regulatory programs
• Ability to independently develop compliance plans and regulatory strategies
• Experience supporting industrial manufacturing or processing facilities
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to manage projects, communicate with regulatory agencies, and maintain client relationships
• Prior leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of Midwest environmental regulations strongly preferred
• Experience with air dispersion modeling is a plus
• Professional certifications such as EIT, PE, CHMM, or similar credentials are highly desirable
• Business development or client development experience is a plus
• Ability to travel occasionally as required for client and project needs

The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.

EEOC Compliance Statement

The Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.