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Air Quality Project Manager - Environmental Services (Multiple Locations)

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Burns & McDonnell
Civil Engineering Construction • 10K+ employees

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$130K/yr

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Job description

Description
Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Air Quality Project Manager to manage air permitting and compliance services to the power, industrial, commercial, transportation and manufacturing industries.
This position offers challenging work with significant project variety at a successful, industry-leading company and an opportunity for advancement in a dynamic, growing Air & Noise practice.
The Environmental Air Specialist / Project Manager will work within our Environmental Services Global Practice and perform the following duties:
  • Prepare air permit application packages and associated documentation.
  • Conduct environmental site assessments and inspections to ensure compliance with local, state and federal air quality requirements.
  • Calculate and estimate routine emissions, greenhouse gases, maintenance, start-up and shutdown emissions.
  • Work with clients and team members to manage projects, budgets and timelines.
  • Assist with multi-media-based questions and document preparation, such as Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), Spill Prevention,
  • Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans, and filings pursuant to the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA).
  • Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related Science or Engineering degree from an accredited program plus minimum 7 years (10 years preferred) of applicable experience.
  • Completion of a master's degree in a related field may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
  • Previous consulting experience related to air pollution permitting and compliance and/or multimedia environmental compliance audits, environmental management systems, and report writing preferred.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local air regulations with emphasis on the Clean Air Act, including New Source Review/Prevention of Significant Deterioration, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, New Source Performance Standards, Title V Permitting, Title VI Ozone Depleting Substances.
  • Working knowledge of air quality dispersion models such as AERMOD, AERSCREEN, CALPUFF, VISCREEN, PLUVUE and SLAB is a plus.
  • Sustainability background is a plus.
  • Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow complex requests.
  • Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Compensation
$130,000.00-310,000.00 Yearly
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Project Management
Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
Other Locations US-VA-Richmond, US-NC-Raleigh, US-TX-Austin, US-NE-Omaha, US-CO-Denver, US-MA-Newton, US-AZ-Phoenix, US-TX-Fort Worth, US-TX-Houston, US-CA-Los Angeles, US-CT-Wallingford, US-CA-Brea, US-CA-San Diego
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 262056
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-GS #ENS
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Burns & McDonnell assists clients of all sizes and industries by providing extensive physical services ranging from assessments, integrated security solutions, and large security architecture designs. Services we typically provide include security and safety system design, threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments, security surveys, security master planning, compliance to federal security programs, independent validation and verification of integrated security system operations, management of installation and maintenance, and staff augmentation to develop and implement facility management and protection processes.

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Civil engineering construction

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1898

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