Senior Air Quality Consultant
Job Title
Senior Air Quality Consultant
Company Description
Join a respected environmental consulting firm known for delivering high-quality compliance, permitting, and technical solutions to clients across a range of industries. This team is recognized for combining deep technical expertise with a practical, client-focused approach, helping organizations navigate complex regulations while supporting long-term operational success.
Location
Chicago, IL (Hybrid/Remote flexibility available)
Role Summary
The Senior Air Quality Consultant will lead air permitting and compliance projects while serving as a trusted advisor to clients. This role combines technical execution, client interaction, and business development, ideal for someone who enjoys working across complex regulatory environments while building strong client relationships.
Responsibilities
- Lead air quality permitting and compliance projects from initiation through completion
- Serve as a primary client contact, building and maintaining long-term relationships
- Interpret and apply federal, state, and local air quality regulations
- Perform and oversee emissions calculations, regulatory analyses, and technical reporting
- Develop permitting strategies including Title V and minor source permitting
- Provide guidance on compliance approaches, risk management, and regulatory strategy
- Mentor junior staff and review technical deliverables
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies and support client interactions and submittals
- Identify opportunities to expand services with existing clients
- Support business development efforts including proposals, networking, and client outreach
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in air quality consulting or environmental compliance
- Strong knowledge of air regulations including Title V, NSR, and emissions reporting
- Proven ability to manage projects and deliver high-quality technical work
- Experience in a client-facing role within consulting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with air dispersion modeling (AERMOD or similar)
- Existing client relationships or demonstrated success in business development
- Experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, or energy sector clients
- Background mentoring or leading junior staff
What's in it for You
- High-impact, client-facing leadership role within a growing practice
- Strong mix of technical work, strategy, and business development
- Collaborative and growth-focused consulting environment
- Competitive compensation: $90K-$150K base + bonus potential
- Comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and PTO
How to Apply
Apply directly or send your resume with the subject line: Senior Air Quality Consultant - Chicago. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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