Senior Environmental Consultant

Trinity Consultants; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Consultants seeks a Senior Environmental Consultant to join the Charlotte, NC office. The role focuses on air quality permitting and compliance projects, with independence in task execution while supporting project managers.

You will manage a small client portfolio, develop familiarity with NC/SC regulations, and contribute to business development within the Carolinas market. Some mentoring of junior staff is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental/Civil Engineering, or Environmental Science field; 5–7 years of directly relevant experience in air quality permitting and compliance consulting.
• Experience with permit applicability determinations, emission inventories, air dispersion modeling, and federal/state permitting requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with air quality modeling software and emissions calculation tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute permitting and compliance tasks with technical accuracy and independence, under the direction of a project manager.
• Maintain a billable utilization rate of 80–85% and manage project deliverables within budget.
• Serve as primary contact for 3–5 clients, coordinating with 1–2 supporting consultants.
• Support business development by maintaining client relationships and identifying opportunities in the Carolinas market.
• Mentor 1–2 junior consultants and review work products.

Skills

Air quality permitting

Regulatory compliance

AERMOD modeling

Emissions inventories

Microsoft Office

Project management

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Environmental/Civil Engineering or Environmental Science

Tools

AERMOD

Emissions calculation tools

Permit tracking software

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Environmental Consultant to join our Charlotte, North Carolina office. This is an opportunity for a consultant ready to step into an active role supporting air quality permitting and compliance projects. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently on project tasks, managing a small portfolio of clients, and quickly developing familiarity with North Carolina and South Carolina regulatory requirements. The position offers a clear path to broader project management responsibilities within a collaborative and growing team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• :Execute permitting and compliance tasks with a high degree of technical accuracy and independence, working under the direction of a project manager while also taking ownership of assigned project deliverables
• .Maintain a billable utilization rate of 80–85% by actively contributing to project tasks and completing assignments on time and within budget
• .Serve as the primary point of contact for up to 3-5 assigned clients, coordinating with 1–2 supporting consultants to ensure timely project delivery, accurate invoicing, and adherence to project budgets
• .Support business development activities by maintaining positive client relationships and identifying opportunities for expanded service within existing accounts
• .Demonstrate strong client stewardship by proactively addressing client needs and communicating project status, risks, and outcomes in a clear and professional manner
• .Assist in developing proposals for air quality permitting and compliance services for existing and prospective clients in the Carolinas market
• .Proactively build familiarity with North Carolina and South Carolina air quality regulations, local industrial sectors, and relevant regulatory agencies to support the Charlotte office’s growth
• .Participate in professional organizations, attend relevant industry conferences, and stay current on regulatory developments affecting air quality permitting in North Carolina and South Carolina
• .Communicate effectively with project managers and team members to align on project priorities, deadlines, and company goals
• .Track and report time accurately to support proper project billing and utilization monitoring
• .Provide mentorship and day-to-day guidance to 1–2 junior consultants supporting assigned projects, including reviewing work products and providing constructive feedback

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIE

S:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function

EDUCATION AND EXPERIEN

CE:Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental/Civil Engineering, or a related Environmental Science field; and 5-7 years of directly relevant experience in air quality permitting and compliance consulting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated working knowledge of permit applicability determinations, emission inventories, air dispersion modeling (e.g., AERMOD), and federal and state permitting requirements is required. Familiarity with North Carolina and/or South Carolina air quality programs is strongly preferred. The ability to quickly learn local market conditions and state-specific regulatory requirements is essential for success in this role. Experience in water/wastewater permitting and other multimedia programs is a pl

us!Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required. Experience with air quality modeling software and emissions calculation tools is preferred. Familiarity with permit tracking or project management tools is a pl

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILIT

IES:This role includes day-to-day oversight of 1–2 consultants supporting assigned client projects. Responsibilities include planning and assigning project tasks, reviewing deliverables, and supporting the professional development of junior staff. Formal supervisory responsibilities (performance appraisals, hiring decisions) will be carried out in coordination with the Charlotte Office Manager and in accordance with company policies and applicable l

PHYSICAL REQUIREM

ENTS:The physical requirements listed below represent the minimum standards that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this role successfully. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these funct

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  Regularly required to sit, use hands, and communicate ver
• bally.Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and
• arms.Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 p