Managing Technical Consultant, Air Quality

ERM; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Air Quality, to lead complex regulatory projects and shape the future of environmental consulting in the Nashville area. You will mentor staff, drive strategic growth, and deliver compliant air quality programs across Title V, PSD, NSR, and MACT.

The role emphasizes client leadership, proposal development, and collaboration with ERM’s global air quality team to expand services with pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and technology clients in the

Qualifications

• BS/MS in engineering (chemical, mechanical, environmental), environmental science, or related field—or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of air quality/compliance consulting experience (7+ years preferred).
• Proven expertise in Title V, PSD, NSR, BACT, and MACT compliance.
• Strong business development skills with a track record of securing large contracts.
• Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and relationship-building abilities.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Grow: Drive strategic expansion of ERM’s air quality services and client base in the Midwest, focusing on pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and technology sectors.
• Develop Business: Identify new opportunities, craft winning proposals, and build lasting client partnerships.
• Deliver Expertise: Oversee complex air permitting and compliance programs, including NSR, PSD, Title V, NESHAP MACT, EPCRA, and dispersion modeling.
• Mentor and Collaborate: Guide junior staff, ensure quality deliverables, and work with ERM’s global air quality team to share best practices and deliver exceptional results.
• Innovate for Impact: Support ERM’s global strategy by contributing to cutting-edge climate and air quality solutions.

Skills

Air Quality Consulting

Business Development

Communication

Strategy

Education

BS/MS in engineering or environmental science

Job description

Lead the Future of Air Quality Consulting

Why This Role Matters

Are you ready to take the reins and shape the next chapter of environmental consulting? At ERM, we empower leaders to drive innovation and deliver sustainable solutions for global organizations. As a Managing Technical Consultant, Air Quality, you’ll not only manage complex compliance and permitting projects—you’ll influence strategy, mentor talent, and expand ERM’s footprint in a rapidly evolving market. Join our technical team in Nashville, TN; Knoxville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Charlotte, NC; or Raleigh, NC.

What Your Impact Is

Your leadership will unlock new opportunities for ERM and our clients. From guiding multinational companies through regulatory challenges to spearheading climate change initiatives, you’ll be the trusted advisor who ensures operational flexibility while meeting stringent compliance standards. Every decision you make will help clients thrive and advance ERM’s global mission.

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• BS/MS in engineering (chemical, mechanical, environmental), environmental science, or related field—or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of air quality/compliance consulting experience (7+ years preferred).
• Proven expertise in Title V, PSD, NSR, BACT, and MACT compliance.
• Strong business development skills with a track record of securing large contracts.
• Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and relationship-building abilities.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Established relationships with regulatory authorities and major industrial clients in the Midwest/Southeast.
• Recognized technical reputation in the marketplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and Grow: Drive strategic expansion of ERM’s air quality services and client base in the Midwest, focusing on pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and technology sectors.
• Develop Business: Identify new opportunities, craft winning proposals, and build lasting client partnerships.
• Deliver Expertise: Oversee complex air permitting and compliance programs, including NSR, PSD, Title V, NESHAP MACT, EPCRA, and dispersion modeling.
• Mentor and Collaborate: Guide junior staff, ensure quality deliverables, and work with ERM’s global air quality team to share best practices and deliver exceptional results.
• Innovate for Impact: Support ERM’s global strategy by contributing to cutting-edge climate and air quality solutions.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

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