Senior Consultant, Air Quality Compliance – Engineering or Science

ERM

Senior Consultant managing air quality compliance strategies for industrial clients in California. Collaborating with regulators and building strong client partnerships to achieve sustainability goals.

Posted 6/28/2026full-timeIrvine • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $84,860 - $108,285 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive air quality compliance strategies for diverse industrial clients across California and nationwide.
Interact with local regulators and clients to steward permit application review and issuance.
Support multi-disciplinary permitting and compliance programs that influence major business decisions.
Collaborate with ERM’s global network of experts to deliver innovative solutions and best practices.
Build strong client relationships that lead to repeat business and long-term partnerships.
Prepare emission inventories, permit applications, and compliance reports.
Conduct regulatory applicability evaluations and implement compliance management systems.
Perform fieldwork, including air compliance assessments and multi-media inspections.
Liaise with regulators and clients to ensure timely permit approvals.
Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, and excellence across all projects.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, environmental, civil, or mechanical engineering), environmental science, or related discipline.
3+ years of relevant experience.
Working knowledge of local, state, and federal air programs (Title V, RECLAIM facilities).
Direct consulting or industry experience in the environmental field with working regulatory knowledge of local air districts (SCAQMD and other local air districts), state and federal programs, Title V and RECLAIM facilities.
Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to read, understand, and apply environmental regulations and agency guidance documents.
Strong MS Office computer skills, with an advanced understanding of PowerPoint and Excel required.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to clients as needed.
Apply a collaborative approach and enjoy teaming with colleagues around the world.
Positive and enthusiastic attitude; motivated to deliver outstanding client service and grow the business.
Excellent communicator—both written and verbal—with technical writing experience.
Organized and self-driven with strong time management.
Collaborative team player with a positive, client-focused attitude and a passion for growth.
Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off
Parental leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

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Hard Skills & Tools

Environmental Regulations ApplicationEmission Inventory PreparationCompliance Report GenerationFieldwork and Air Compliance AssessmentsMulti-Media Inspections

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementClient-Focused AttitudeCollaborative Team Player