VP, Air Quality Services - Permitting & Compliance

Talisman; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Unlimited PTO

Holidays (10)

ESOP

401(k) match

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Flexible hours

Remote options

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Talisman is seeking a senior air quality leader to oversee permitting and compliance projects across Pennsylvania and neighboring states. You will manage project scope, budgets, and client relationships while driving business development within the air quality practice.

The role requires strong regulatory knowledge, experience with NSR/PSD/Title V, and leadership to mentor junior staff. This position offers flexible hours and a collaborative, growth-focused team culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Atmospheric Science, or related field.
• Strong experience with Pennsylvania air quality regulations and permitting, including PADEP requirements.
• Experience with NSR, PSD, Title V, and minor source permits.
• Proven ability to independently manage projects, clients, and technical deliverables.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills; established industry network or book of business is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor staff and influence practice strategy.
• Strong technical, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical and project leader overseeing air quality permitting and compliance projects across Pennsylvania and surrounding states.
• Lead projects involving NSR, PSD, Title V, minor source permitting, emissions inventories, and regulatory compliance.
• Independently manage client relationships, project scope, budgets, schedules, and technical execution.
• Drive business development and client growth through existing relationships, networking, industry events, and new client development.
• Help shape the strategic direction and growth of the air quality practice, working closely with senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities to expand services, develop new markets, and build long-term client relationships.
• Mentor and develop junior staff while reviewing technical work for quality and regulatory accuracy.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients and internal teams on complex air quality and permitting matters.

Skills

Project leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Client management

Business development

Education

Environmental Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Atmospheric Science

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical and project leader overseeing air quality permitting and compliance projects across Pennsylvania and surrounding states.
• Lead projects involving NSR, PSD, Title V, minor source permitting, emissions inventories, and regulatory compliance.
• Independently manage client relationships, project scope, budgets, schedules, and technical execution.
• Drive business development and client growth through existing relationships, networking, industry events, and new client development.
• Help shape the strategic direction and growth of the air quality practice, working closely with senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities to expand services, develop new markets, and build long-term client relationships.
• Mentor and develop junior staff while reviewing technical work for quality and regulatory accuracy.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients and internal teams on complex air quality and permitting matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Atmospheric Science, or related field.
• Strong experience with Pennsylvania air quality regulations and permitting, including PADEP requirements.
• Experience with NSR, PSD, Title V, and minor source permits.
• Proven ability to independently manage projects, clients, and technical deliverables.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills; established industry network or book of business is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor staff and influence practice strategy.
• Strong technical, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Unlimited PTO& 10 company holidays!
• Impressive employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Parental leave, tuition assistance, & more
• Flexible work hours and remote work options
• Professional development and training programs
• Collaborative and mission-driven team culture