Director - Air Quality

LVI Associates; Texas; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks an Air Quality Department Director in Texas to lead a national air quality and environmental compliance practice within an environmental consulting and technical services organization.

The role focuses on driving strategy, mentoring staff, and building strong client relationships while overseeing permitting, emissions reporting, and compliance programs. It emphasizes growth, leadership, and client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Environmental Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of environmental consulting experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of environmental permitting, compliance programs, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operations, growth strategy, and overall performance of an Air Quality and Environmental Compliance team.
• Develop and mentor technical staff, project managers, and emerging leaders.
• Serve as a senior advisor to clients on air permitting, regulatory compliance, emissions reporting, and environmental strategy.
• Build and strengthen long-term client relationships while identifying new business opportunities.
• Oversee project execution, resource planning, financial performance, and quality assurance.
• Represent the organization with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and key stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Project management

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

Join a leading environmental consulting and technical services organization that supports industrial, manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure clients nationwide. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced environmental professional looking to drive business growth, lead technical teams, and influence the future direction of a growing air quality and compliance practice.

Air Quality Department Director

About the Opportunity

Join a leading environmental consulting and technical services organization that supports industrial, manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure clients nationwide. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced environmental professional looking to drive business growth, lead technical teams, and influence the future direction of a growing air quality and compliance practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the operations, growth strategy, and overall performance of an Air Quality and Environmental Compliance team.
• Develop and mentor technical staff, project managers, and emerging leaders.
• Serve as a senior advisor to clients on air permitting, regulatory compliance, emissions reporting, and environmental strategy.
• Build and strengthen long‑term client relationships while identifying new business opportunities.
• Oversee project execution, resource planning, financial performance, and quality assurance.
• Represent the organization with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of environmental consulting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of environmental permitting, compliance programs, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, client-facing, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical data analysis tools.
• Strong organizational, project management, and time management abilities.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex environmental regulations and guide teams through compliance challenges.

Why Consider This Role?

• Opportunity to lead an established and growing environmental practice.
• Diverse client portfolio spanning industrial, manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure sectors.
• Strong platform for business development and career advancement.
• Access to a broad network of technical experts and resources.
• Entrepreneurial culture that values leadership, innovation, and professional growth.
• Chance to make a visible impact on both client success and organizational strategy.