Air Quality Compliance Lead — Northern CA or Denver

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Air Quality Compliance, Engineer or Scientist for Northern California (Walnut Creek or Berkeley) or Denver, Colorado. You will lead complex air permitting and compliance programs for high-profile industrial clients, serving as trusted advisor on regulatory strategy and operational flexibility.

The role requires a BS in engineering or related field, 4+ years in air quality, knowledge of local districts and Title V/RECLAIM, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or related discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in air quality compliance, permitting, and regulatory programs.
• Regulatory knowledge of local air districts, state and federal programs, Title V and RECLAIM facilities.
• Ability to multi-task, travel, and work independently.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply environmental regulations and agency guidance documents.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and build lasting client relationships.
• Strong communication, analytical, and technical writing skills.
• Driver's License Required: this role requires travel to client locations.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex air permitting and compliance programs under NSR, PSD, Title V, and state regulations.
• Conduct regulatory analyses and develop permitting strategies tailored to client operations.
• Engage with regulators to facilitate permit reviews and approvals.
• Prepare technical proposals and lead business development initiatives.
• Build and maintain client relationships that drive repeat business and market growth.
• Mentor junior staff and manage project teams across multiple ERM offices.

Skills

Air quality compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Client relationships

Technical writing

Regulatory reading

Communication skills

Driving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or related discipline

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Air Quality Compliance, Engineer or Scientist for Northern California (Walnut Creek or Berkeley) or Denver, Colorado. You will lead complex air permitting and compliance programs for high-profile industrial clients, serving as trusted advisor on regulatory strategy and operational flexibility.

The role requires a BS in engineering or related field, 4+ years in air quality, knowledge of local districts and Title V/RECLAIM, and willingness to travel.