Senior Environmental Compliance Professional

Mannik Smith Group; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schedule Flexibility

Health & Wellness benefits

Continuous Learning opportunities

Paid Time Off

Career Advancement

Job summary

Fuss & O'Neill is seeking a Senior Environmental Compliance Professional to join our Civil/Environmental team in New Haven, CT. The role focuses on navigating federal and state regulations, developing compliance plans, and guiding multi-client projects with a strong emphasis on client relations.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing in-office collaboration and remote work part of the week, with travel primarily within Connecticut.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of environmental compliance consulting experience.
• Strong understanding of federal and state environmental regulations.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage projects and client relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; AutoCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare environmental compliance plans and related regulatory documents.
• Prepare air permit and wastewater discharge permit applications.
• Complete annual environmental compliance reports (Tier II, TRI, etc.).
• Perform air emissions calculations and wastewater compliance reporting.
• Conduct onsite environmental compliance assessments and provide client support.
• Manage multiple client accounts and projects while mentoring staff.
• Develop long-term client relationships through exceptional service and technical excellence.

Skills

Project management

Technical writing

Regulatory compliance

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Client relations

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering / environmental science / civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Environmental Compliance Professional

Department: Civil/Environmental

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: New Haven, CT

Compensation: $105,000 - $127,000 / year

Description

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long‑lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work‑life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part‑time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.

At Fuss & O'Neill, we help clients solve complex environmental challenges while protecting natural resources and supporting sustainable operations. As we continue to grow our Environmental Services practice, we're seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Compliance Professional to join our team in Connecticut.

If you're an environmental professional who enjoys balancing technical expertise, client relationships, and project leadership, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a diverse portfolio of industrial and commercial clients throughout the Northeast.

Key Responsibilities

As a member of our Environmental Compliance team, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients while helping manage projects from concept through completion. You'll apply your technical expertise to help organizations navigate complex environmental regulations, maintain compliance, and implement practical solutions.

• Independently prepare environmental compliance plans, including Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans, Contingency Plans, and related regulatory documents.
• Prepare air permit applications and wastewater discharge permit applications.
• Complete annual environmental compliance reports, including Tier II, Toxic Release Inventory (Form R), Permit-by-Rule, Title V, Biennial Hazardous Waste Reports, and other required regulatory submissions.
• Perform air emissions calculations and prepare wastewater compliance reports.
• Conduct onsite environmental compliance assessments and provide technical support at client facilities.
• Perform Aboveground and Underground Storage Tank (AST/UST) compliance inspections and support tank system design projects.
• Support wastewater treatment system design and improvement projects.
• Manage multiple client accounts and environmental projects simultaneously while mentoring and supporting junior staff.
• Develop strong, long‑term client relationships through exceptional service and technical excellence.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related scientific or engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of environmental compliance consulting experience.
• Demonstrated expertise preparing environmental compliance plans, permits, and regulatory reports.
• Strong understanding of federal and state environmental regulations affecting industrial facilities.
• Exceptional technical writing and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex regulatory requirements clearly.
• Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to independently manage projects and client relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD is a plus.
• Willin g to travel primarily throughout Connecticut, with occasional out‑of‑state travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)

This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds—collaborate in‑office with a high‑performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We're committed to supporting work‑life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
• Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
• Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
• Fun Team Culture: Regular team‑building activities, happy hours, and company outings.

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Fuss & O’Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program.

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