Principal Consultant, Air Quality

ERM

Principal Consultant, Air Quality leading strategic growth and high-value projects at ERM. Influencing environmental strategies for industry leaders while delivering innovative solutions in air quality consulting.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeRolling Meadows • Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $127,648 - $163,088 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive strategic growth for ERM’s air quality services
Lead high-value projects that shape environmental compliance and climate adaptation
Build lasting client relationships and deliver innovative solutions that exceed expectations
Mentor and inspire the next generation of air quality professionals
Develop and execute strategic market plans to grow ERM’s air quality services
Lead complex air permitting and compliance programs for industrial clients
Serve as a trusted advisor, ensuring clients maintain maximum operating flexibility
Manage project deliverables, budgets, and schedules with precision
Expand ERM’s profile through technical excellence and business development
Mentor junior and mid-level staff, fostering technical and leadership growth
Collaborate globally to deliver innovative air quality solutions
Support cross-selling of ERM’s broader service offerings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or engineering (chemical, environmental, mechanical) or related field
6+ years of air quality consulting experience with technical depth in air emission inventories, Title V, PSD, NSR, BACT, and MACT
Proven “seller/doer” track record with success in winning strategic projects
Strong project management skills (scope, budget, schedule)
Recognized expert in federal and state air regulations
Negotiation experience with regulatory agencies
Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and leadership skills
Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and good driving record.
Master’s degree in environmental science or engineering (chemical, environmental, mechanical) or related field (preferred)
Professional certifications (P.E., CSP, CHMM, or similar) (preferred)
Expertise in air dispersion modeling, storm water, SPCC, RMP/PSM, CEQA permitting, multi-media auditing (preferred)
Familiarity with stack testing and ambient air measurement (preferred)
Established relationships within Industrial sectors in the Great Lakes area (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid time off
parental leave
medical
dental
vision
life
disability
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
other applicable benefits to eligible employees

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Hard Skills & Tools

air quality consultingair emission inventoriesair dispersion modelingstorm water managementSPCCRMP/PSMCEQA permittingmulti-media auditingproject managementnegotiation

Soft Skills

strategic thinkingleadershipcommunicationmentoringclient relationship managementbusiness developmentcollaborationinspirationprecisiontechnical excellence

Certifications

P.E.CSPCHMM