Airport Environmental Compliance & Projects Specialist

Blount Partnership; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority is seeking an Environmental and Project Support Specialist to ensure compliance with federal/state environmental regulations and to support the Environmental Program at McGhee Tyson and Downtown Island Airports.

The role coordinates environmental considerations across project lifecycles, supports planning and development, and assists departments and tenants in meeting regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering, applied science, or equivalent.
• 1–3 years' experience in general engineering and environmental regulations.
• Valid Tennessee driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans.
• Plans and delivers annual training; promotes safe, sustainable airport operations.
• Supports setting airport-wide environmental sustainability goals and related processes.
• Assists with bid submissions; prepares RFQs, evaluates SOQs, and tracks proposals and invoices.
• Maintains EPSC inspection reports and coordinates environmental compliance across projects.
• Provides project coordination support to tenants and departments; leads meetings and maintains records.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Environmental regulations

Education

Associate's degree in engineering / applied science

Job description

Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority is seeking an Environmental and Project Support Specialist to ensure compliance with federal/state environmental regulations and to support the Environmental Program at McGhee Tyson and Downtown Island Airports.

The role coordinates environmental considerations across project lifecycles, supports planning and development, and assists departments and tenants in meeting regulatory requirements.