Environmental Manager - Decatur, IL

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

401(k) with match

Gym/Wellness reimbursement

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

ADMs Cares programs

Job summary

ADM seeks an experienced Environmental Manager to lead environmental oversight and compliance for its CCS projects in Decatur, IL. You will manage permitting, reporting, and regulatory interactions with EPA, DOE, and state authorities, ensuring adherence to all environmental regulations across capture, injection, monitoring, and closure.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, develop MRV plans, and conduct audits, with responsibilities spanning air quality permits to EIS/EAs, and you will

Qualifications

• Strong experience leading environmental permitting and compliance programs.
• Ability to coordinate across engineering, legal, sustainability, and regulators.
• Excellent written and oral communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental permitting for Class VI injection wells and CCS infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with CAA, SDWA, Illinois Safe CCS Act and other regulations.
• Prepare documentation for air permits, UIC permits, EIS/EAs; maintain EHS database.
• Develop MRV plans and lead environmental program implementation.

Skills

Regulatory oversight

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Environmental compliance

Education

BS/BA in Engineering or related field

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Environmental Manager to lead environmental oversight and compliance for our Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) projects. This role is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of CCS operations, including capture, injection, monitoring, and closure are conducted in full compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. The manager will play a pivotal role in permitting, reporting, and coordination with regulatory agencies such as the EPA, DOE, and state environmental authorities. This position will report to the Decatur Area Environmental Manager and be located with in the Decatur, IL complex.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the environmental permitting process for Class VI injection wells and associated CCS infrastructure
• Interpret and ensure compliance with federal and state CCS regulations, including but not limited to the Clean Air Act (CAA), Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), and the Illinois Safe CCS Act
• Prepare and review documentation for air permitting, UIC permits, Illinois Safe CCA Act, and Environmental Impact Statements/Assessments (EIS/EAs). Maintain an electronic EHS database and update as new permits are issued
• Develop, implement, and oversee Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) plans
• Serve as the primary environmental point of contact for CCS projects across capture and storage phases
• Lead cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of CCS-related environmental programs
• Coordinate with engineering, legal, sustainability, and external consultants to ensure alignment with environmental goals and permitting milestones
• Represent the company in communications with regulatory agencies, community stakeholders, and industry groups
• Conduct internal audits and environmental performance reviews for CCS operations
• Lead incident investigations and corrective actions related to environmental deviations or noncompliance

Skills:

• Strong problem solving, diagnostic and analytical skills, with a results focused approach
• Strong leadership and change management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects at once
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, acts as a reliable pro-active communicator
• Strong presentation and writing skills
• Sound project/program management skills

Additional Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Management or another related program preferred
• 5+ years’ experience with progressive responsibility preferably in a process industrial environment, ideally in the oil and gas or carbon capture industries
• Knowledge and experience with Illinois and federal air quality permitting and compliance requirements
• Familiarity with technologies used in monitoring Class VI wells
• Familiarity with environmental justice regulations and stakeholder outreach
• Must communicate effectively with engineering and operations technical staff, legal counsel, and regulatory agency personnel
• This position requires the ability to work in a variety of conditions such as an office environment, indoors/outdoors, hot/cold weather as well as physical demands such as standing, kneeling, and sitting for prolonged periods of time, climbing stairs/ladders and the ability to work in confined spaces in a variety of environmental conditions

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$70,400.00 - $131,300.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus

Benefits And Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional Benefits Include

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.