Managing Consultant, Air Quality Compliance, Engineer or Scientist - Northern California or Denver, Colorado

Join ERM and be part of a global team delivering innovative air quality and climate solutions for the world’s most dynamic industries.

Why This Role Matters

At ERM, we’re shaping the future of environmental consulting by tackling some of the most complex air quality and climate challenges for leading global companies. As a Managing Consultant, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding clients through regulatory landscapes, driving innovative solutions, and influencing strategies that impact industries and communities worldwide. This is your opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a measurable difference in Northern California (Walnut Creek) or Denver, Colorado.

What Your Impact Is

• Lead strategic air permitting and compliance programs for high-profile industrial clients.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, helping clients maintain operational flexibility while meeting regulatory requirements.
• Drive business growth by building strong client relationships and expanding ERM’s market presence.
• Mentor and develop project teams across multiple offices, fostering technical excellence and collaboration.
• Contribute to ERM’s national Air Quality technical community, sharing best practices and shaping industry standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (chemical, environmental, civil, or mechanical engineering), environmental science, or related discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in air quality compliance, permitting, and regulatory programs.
• Direct consulting or industry experience in the environmental field with working regulatory knowledge of 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.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and build lasting client relationships.
• Strong communication, analytical, and technical writing skills.
• Valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to travel requirements.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in energy transition (oil and gas), chemical, technology, manufacturing, or mining sectors.
• Familiarity with AERMOD, GIS, health risk assessments, CEQA, and other compliance programs.
• Master’s degree in a related discipline.
• Professional certifications (EIT, PE, CSP, CHMM, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Manage complex air permitting and compliance assurance programs under NSR, PSD, Title V, and state-level regulations.
• Conduct regulatory analyses and develop permitting strategies tailored to client operations.
• Engage with regulators to facilitate permit reviews and approvals.
• Prepare technical proposals and lead business development initiatives.
• Build and maintain client relationships that drive repeat business and market growth.
• Mentor junior staff and manage project teams across multiple ERM offices.

Pay

The anticipated annual base pay is $103,967 - $132,573 USD. Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off and parental leave.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP.
• Bonus pay eligibility (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.