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EDGE is seeking a motivated individual to join our Air Quality Management Services practice in our HOUSTON, TX office. As a member of the team, you assist in all aspects of air permitting and compliance, while adhering to project deadlines and budgets. This includes preparing technical documents and maintaining professional verbal and written communication with clients and regulatory agencies.

As an Air Quality Senior Consultant, you will assist Managing Consultants and Senior Consultants in the preparation of technically detailed air permit applications and compliance reports with high attention to detail, while thriving in your ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously. You will demonstrate a substantial knowledge of project details when interacting directly with major energy, oil and gas, manufacturing, terminals and chemical industry clients, as well as applicable regulatory agencies. Additionally, you will work closely with your fellow team members to ensure the timely completion of a technically sound project within budget.

As a consultant at EDGE, you will utilize your well-developed communication and cognitive skills in the preparation of reports, proposals and cost estimates. You will grow in your career through formal and informal coaching and by participating in the many training opportunities provided by the company. As an individual who takes initiative and accepts challenges, your career at EDGE enables you to seize the opportunity to experience increased responsibility through project management, managing staff and developing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with and/or manage the preparation of technically detailed air permit applications/registrations for submittal to federal and state agencies.
• Manage projects of varying sizes and complexity, including budgets, schedules and deliverables.
• Mentor team members in technical, regulatory and consulting skills.
• Serve as the primary contact on projects and build strong relationships with existing clients.
• Lead interpretation of complex data sets and prepare clear client recommendations.
• Contribute to business development by expanding work with current clients and supporting proposal development.
• Prepare emission estimates based on site-specific information using approved state and federal calculation methodologies.
• Learn and apply existing, new, and proposed regulations as they relate to clients.
• Assist with environmental compliance audits under the direction of the air quality subject matter expert.
• Prepare annual emissions reports such as state emission inventories, greenhouse gas (GHG) reports, and Toxics Release Inventory (TRI).
• Develop periodic compliance reports (monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual).
• Conduct federal and state air quality regulatory reviews.
• Conduct air quality impact analyses that may involve the use of air dispersion modeling software (SCREEN3, AERMOD, etc.).
• Assist clients with ongoing federal, state, and local air quality compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental/Civil Engineering, and/or related Atmospheric/Environmental Science from four-year college or university.
• Minimum of seven (7) years experience in air quality permitting and compliance consulting.
• Familiarity with developing and maintaining spreadsheets and relational databases to track operating and emissions data.
• Excellent oral and written communication style.
• Problem solving and creative thinking abilities.
• Ability to balance multiple projects at a time under tight schedule constraints.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in engineering (environmental, chemical, computer, mechanical, etc.), physical science, or related advanced degree.
• Experience in traditionally accepted emission calculation methodologies and/or programs (AP-42, ProMax, API, EIIP, TCEQ oil and gas spreadsheet).
• Working knowledge of air dispersion models (SCREEN3, AERMOD) and modeling practices.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local air quality permitting programs and related regulations.
• Professional certification (or actions underway to obtain these credentials) in engineering or related environmental discipline.

EDGE strives to hire and retain the best and brightest candidates in the marketplace. To be selected for this position, the candidate must possess exceptional interpersonal skills and outstanding oral and written communication skills allowing positive internal, client and contractor relationships. Excellent technical writing skills for permit applications and reports are required, as are outstanding problem-solving abilities. The selected candidate will demonstrate passion for the business of environmental consulting, technical excellence and quality, leadership, a commitment to lifelong learning and growth, and the desire to build a long and rewarding career with EDGE.

Why EDGE?

Work That Matters. We help businesses around the world meet the environmental challenges they face. Our work not only helps the companies we serve, it ensures the products of our clients’ businesses continue to drive the economy and positively impacts the future of our planet.

National Reach. Local Management. We have the people and the resources to serve clients across the United States, but our small company feel is what makes us unique. Every individual within our company has the opportunity to give input on projects, allowing employees to grow their knowledge and experience and EDGE to provide the best solutions to our customers.

Engaging Projects. The diverse needs of our clients ensure your work is always of interest and provide opportunities for innovation at every level of the company. Our employees enjoy greater responsibility and develop a breadth of experience not common with other entry- to mid-level career opportunities in our field.

Career Growth Opportunities. At least one member of our corporate leadership is involved in every major project, allowing for a close relationship between management and employees. We encourage collaboration and ingenuity and reward success by promoting from within.

Comprehensive Benefits Plan. We offer a full suite of benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plans with employer contributions, paid time off and more. Enjoy a career that also offers peace of mind when you join the EDGE team.

Benefits

EDGE places high value on the health and well-being of its employees and offers the following benefits:

• Comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• Employer matched 401(k) plan.
• Annual performance bonus program.
• Student loan repayment assistance after 12 months of employment for employees who graduated within 6 years of start date.