Project Scientist I Air Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the professional consulting services offered by ESE Partners using ESE delivery systems and methodologies.
• Operate as one of the firm’s technical associates with respect to the disciplines related to Environmental Science and Engineering.
• Affiliate with the Project Management of numerous projects simultaneously with potentially widely varying environmental scopes of work.
• Oversee preparation of technical reports including but not limited to compliance audits, air permitting, GHG reporting, TRI reporting, sustainability analysis and reporting.
• Develop scopes of work, proposals, budget estimates, and project strategies for various types of environmental compliance projects relating to air quality.
• Manage project budgets, so as not to exceed estimates without client approval.
• Successful negotiation of permits and project goals with regulators on behalf of clients.
• Develop, maintain, and grow professional relationships with prospective clients inclusive of business development events and client targeting, existing clients, regulators and vendors.
• Complete client needs assessment, project scoping, conduct client follow-up, be responsible for task or project financial performance, and assist in collection efforts when needed.
• Conduct Field Investigations, Visual Inspections, as needed.
• Author and/or review technical reports in accordance with the ASTM, U.S. EPA, TCEQ and RRC Guidelines.
• Develop solutions to mitigate, control, or prevent environmental issues with regards to air permitting applications and excess emissions events, etc.
• Manage and interpret laboratory analytical data.
• Manage and approve subcontractor accounts.
• Consult with Arc GIS Team to develop Site Maps and other pertinent drawings needed for project deliverables.
• Maintain an average utilization target of 85%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Environmental Compliance with project management experience.
• Strong knowledge and understanding air quality regulations, including the Clean Air Act and state-specific permitting requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in report writing and documentation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Training and guiding junior staff.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with NSR and Operating permit applications in various states.
• Dispersion Modeling experience using SCREEN3 and/or AERMOD.