Environmental Compliance Specialist II

Alliance; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Tuition Assistance

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Alliance Technical Group in Houston, TX seeks an Environmental Compliance Specialist II to support air, water, and waste programs, conducting studies, fieldwork, data analysis, and regulatory activities across projects. The candidate will manage projects from initiation to completion and maintain strong client relationships.

This role offers about 70% office work and 30% field travel, requiring 5+ years of professional environmental experience and the ability to mentor junior staff while staying

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant professional environmental experience performing environmental technical work in a consulting, industry, or regulatory setting.
• Experience supporting environmental compliance, permitting, monitoring, assessment, or related activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned environmental projects from kickoff through closeout, including scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables.
• Perform environmental fieldwork, inspections, monitoring, or sampling activities as required by assigned projects.
• Prepare, review, and contribute to environmental reports, technical memoranda, site specific compliance plans, or permit documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and project requirements.
• Support environmental compliance, permitting, assessment, or monitoring activities.
• Collect, compile, and analyze environmental data to support project deliverables and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, field logs, and records to support audits, regulatory reviews, or internal quality control.
• Coordinate with project managers, technical staff, and clients to support effective project execution.
• Communicate with regulatory agencies or stakeholders as directed to support permitting, reporting, inspections, or project coordination.
• Stay informed of relevant environmental regulations, guidance, and industry best practices applicable to assigned work.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to entry-level staff as appropriate to role and project needs.

Skills

Project management

Technical writing

Regulatory knowledge

Data interpretation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Science/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Environmental Compliance Specialist II is responsible for performing intermediate-level environmental technical work in support of assigned projects within the EHS business unit. This role includes conducting environmental studies, fieldwork, data analysis, and regulatory or technical support activities appropriate to the department’s focus. This role supports a diverse portfolio of projects across air, water, and waste programs while fostering strong client relationships and supporting the growth of service offerings.

The position requires a working knowledge of applicable environmental regulations, the ability to exercise professional judgment, and the capacity to complete tasks with moderate supervision. The position is responsible for managing and executing environmental consulting projects from initiation through completion, with an emphasis on project management, client coordination, schedule control, and delivery quality. This position should have the ability to independently manage routine to moderately complex projects, support proposal development and cross sell efforts, and collaborate closely with subject matter experts, project directors, and operations staff.

The ideal candidate will have minimum of 5 years of professional environmental experience and will perform a combination of office-based technical work and field activities, typically approximately 70% office and 30% field or travel, depending on project and departmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned environmental projects from kickoff through closeout, including scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables
• Perform environmental fieldwork, inspections, monitoring, or sampling activities as required by assigned projects
• Prepare, review, and contribute to environmental reports, technical memoranda, site specific compliance plans, or permit documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and project requirements
• Support environmental compliance, permitting, assessment, or monitoring activities
• Collect, compile, and analyze environmental data to support project deliverables and decision-making
• Maintain accurate project documentation, field logs, and records to support audits, regulatory reviews, or internal quality control
• Coordinate with project managers, technical staff, and clients to support effective project execution
• Communicate with regulatory agencies or stakeholders as directed to support permitting, reporting, inspections, or project coordination
• Stay informed of relevant environmental regulations, guidance, and industry best practices applicable to assigned work
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to entry-level staff as appropriate to role and project needs

Pay Rate

$90,000-$115,000/annually

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Understanding of environmental regulations affecting complex industrial facilities such as Clean Air Act (CAA) , Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and/or Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA).
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience performing environmental technical work within a consulting, industry, or regulatory setting
• Experience supporting environmental compliance, permitting, monitoring, assessment, or related activities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and data interpretation skills
• Working knowledge of environmental regulations applicable to assigned projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet project deadlines
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision and as part of a project team
• Professional judgment and discretion in technical, regulatory, and client interactions

Physical Demands

• Approximately 30% fieldwork and 70% office or remote work, depending on project and departmental needs
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions during field assignments
• Potential exposure to environmental or industrial conditions during field activities, with appropriate training and personal protective equipment provided
• Ability to travel to project sites, including occasional overnight travel, as required by assigned projects

Key Benefits Include

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
2. Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(K) Plan with Competitive Match
4. Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
5. Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits
6. Life Insurance
7. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
8. Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st)
9. Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs
10. Referral Program
11. Per Diem & Paid Travel
12. Employee Discount Hub

EEO Commitment

Alliance Technical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.