Air Quality Strategy Lead — Northern California

ERM; Walnut Creek (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)

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Air Quality Compliance, Engineer or Scientist, to lead complex air permitting and regulatory programs. The role spans Northern California (Walnut Creek) and Denver, with responsibility for client guidance, regulatory strategy, and team mentoring across ERM offices.

The position emphasizes building client relationships, expanding ERM’s market presence, and contributing to the national Air Quality community through technical leadership and cross-office

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline.
• 4+ years of air quality compliance, permitting, and regulatory programs.
• Regulatory knowledge of local air districts, state and federal programs, Title V and RECLAIM.
• Ability to multi-task, travel, and work independently.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply environmental regulations and agency guidance.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and build lasting client relationships.
• Strong communication, analytical, and technical writing skills.
• Driver's License required; travel to client locations across large area.
• Position 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 ERM offices.

Skills

Air quality compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

AERMOD

GIS

Health risk assessments

CEQA

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Air Quality Compliance, Engineer or Scientist, to lead complex air permitting and regulatory programs. The role spans Northern California (Walnut Creek) and Denver, with responsibility for client guidance, regulatory strategy, and team mentoring across ERM offices.

The position emphasizes building client relationships, expanding ERM’s market presence, and contributing to the national Air Quality community through technical leadership and cross-office