Hybrid Environmental Compliance Project Lead — Houston

AECOM Corporation; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Environmental Compliance Project Manager in Houston leads environmental compliance programs across federal, state, and local requirements, guiding technical delivery and client dialogue. This role blends regulatory expertise with business development to win new work and expand client relationships.

The position sits in the EHS + Air practice as a seller–doer, focusing on regulatory analyses, permits, and defensible compliance solutions while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, chemistry, or a related field.
• 6 years of relevant experience implementing environmental compliance programs, client development, and working with regulatory agencies.
• A valid driver’s license is required, and able to pass an MVR check.
• US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental compliance programs under federal, state, and local requirements (e.g., CAA, CWA, RCRA, TSCA, EPCRA).
• Prepare high-quality technical deliverables including compliance reports, permit applications, regulatory analyses, and agency correspondence.
• Provide quality control and mentoring for junior staff on compliance projects.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing and new client accounts.
• Lead or support proposal development tasks, including staffing plans, pricing, and cross-selling of services.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Client development

Regulatory experience

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/engineering/chemistry

Job description

AECOM Environmental Compliance Project Manager in Houston leads environmental compliance programs across federal, state, and local requirements, guiding technical delivery and client dialogue. This role blends regulatory expertise with business development to win new work and expand client relationships.

The position sits in the EHS + Air practice as a seller–doer, focusing on regulatory analyses, permits, and defensible compliance solutions while mentoring junior staff.