Environmental Compliance Manager

About the role

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services. We provide solutions that help communities flourish and thrive. Our team of 3,500 employees operates out of various US locations, combining local expertise with a network of relationships to serve both public and private clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental compliance programs across air, water, waste, and chemical regulations (CAA, CWA/NPDES, RCRA, EPCRA, TSCA).
• Manage permits, reporting, and compliance documentation, ensuring all regulatory deadlines are met.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, regulators, and project partners, providing clear guidance on compliance strategy and requirements.
• Conduct compliance audits, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions to reduce risk and maintain audit-ready operations.
• Lead SPCC and SWPPP program implementation, inspections, and corrective actions to support safe and compliant site operations.
• Support project delivery by managing scope, schedule, budget, and team coordination, including assigning work and tracking progress.
• Contribute to business growth through client relationship management, proposal development, and identifying new opportunities.
• Support environmental site assessments and brownfield projects while tracking regulatory changes and translating them into actionable updates.

Requirements

• 5–10+ years of environmental compliance experience in industrial, manufacturing, or energy/chemical environments, with direct responsibility for permits, reporting, and audits.
• Strong working knowledge of EPA and state regulations (CAA, CWA/NPDES, RCRA, EPCRA/Tier II/TRI, TSCA) and ability to interpret and apply requirements in real-world settings.
• Proven experience managing compliance programs, closing audit findings, and implementing corrective actions across teams.
• Hands-on experience with permitting and reporting programs (e.g., air permits/Title V, SWPPP, SPCC, NPDES, hazardous waste, Tier II/TRI).
• Experience conducting or managing Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments and supporting site history research.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, track deadlines, and deliver high-quality work on time and on budget.
• Clear and practical communication skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements for clients, operators, and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and accountable, with strong organizational, analytical (Excel/data), and problem-solving skills; certifications (e.g., PE, CHMM, QEP, CPESC) are a plus.