Project Manager - Air Quality

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative culture

Professional development & mentorship

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Project Manager - Air Quality to oversee regulatory compliance, permitting and technical execution for air quality projects. Remote US-based role focusing on emissions calculations, dispersion modeling and client coordination.

The role requires 5-7 years in air quality consulting, strong project leadership, and familiarity with AERMOD and SCREEN3. Collaboration with consultants and clients is key, with emphasis on timelines, budgets, and quality control.

Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in engineering or a related scientific field.
• 5-7 years of air quality consulting experience.
• Project management experience preferred, with a focus on timelines and budgets.
• Proficiency in MS Office and time/expense tracking software.
• Familiarity with air quality modeling tools such as AERMOD and SCREEN3.
• Strong understanding of engineering concepts and emissions control technologies.
• Advanced knowledge of relevant air quality regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new source review and permitting processes.
• Perform regulatory air dispersion modeling using EPA models.
• Develop emission calculations and inventories.
• Assess best available control technology (BACT).
• Analyze regulatory applicability across various levels.
• Manage a team of consultants and oversee project administration.
• Ensure quality control of work and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Project management

Air quality consulting

Client management

Budgeting

Timeline management

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

AERMOD

SCREEN3

MS Office

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Project Manager - Air Quality to join the team of a leader in the Energy & Utilities space. This role will oversee air quality consulting projects with a focus on regulatory compliance, permitting, and technical execution for a diverse client base. The position partners closely with consultants and clients to manage timelines, budgets, quality control, and project administration. It also supports key technical work including emissions calculations, dispersion modeling, and applicability assessments that help guide compliant outcomes. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available. Compensation: $110,000 – $125,000 annually. Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new source review and permitting processes.
• Perform regulatory air dispersion modeling using EPA models.
• Develop emission calculations and inventories.
• Assess best available control technology (BACT).
• Analyze regulatory applicability across various levels.
• Manage a team of consultants and oversee project administration.
• Ensure quality control of work and maintain client relationships.

Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in engineering or a related scientific field.
• 5-7 years of air quality consulting experience.
• Project management experience preferred, with a focus on timelines and budgets.
• Proficiency in MS Office and time/expense tracking software.
• Familiarity with air quality modeling tools such as AERMOD and SCREEN3.
• Strong understanding of engineering concepts and emissions control technologies.
• Advanced knowledge of relevant air quality regulations.

Benefits

• Collaborative and forward-thinking office culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
• Participation in continuous improvement programs.
• Flexible work environment with less than 25% travel.
• Supportive team atmosphere for managing multiple projects.