ERM · 2 months ago
Principal Consultant, Air Quality
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
6+ years expERM is a global environmental leader seeking a motivated Principal Consultant in Air Quality to grow their services business in Houston or Midland, Texas. The role involves developing strategic market plans, managing client relationships, and leading air quality projects while mentoring junior staff.
ConsultingHealth CarePublic Safety
Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategic market/business plan, provide leadership and strategic direction for expanding ERM's air quality service area and client base, particularly in the Oil & Gas, Energy, Technology, or Chemical sectors. Identify and develop new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and take active leadership role in developing new business with new and existing clients. Develop and expand client relationships that generate repeat business
Direct strategic air permits and compliance programs for a variety of industrial clients with complex technical/regulatory issues. Work closely with clients and develop strong relationships to understand specific processes and develop a permitting and compliance strategy to help clients maintain maximum operating flexibility. Achieve client’s expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality
Manage project deliverables, budgets and schedules
As a “seller/doer,” contribute to expanding ERM’s air consulting services annually. Identify and develop new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and take active leadership role in the development of new business with new and existing clients. Develop and expand client relationships that generate repeat business
Capitalize on existing client relationships to expand ERM’s profile and market share in the regional Air Quality market and other service-line offerings through a combination of excellence in technical delivery and business development
Mentor junior and mid-level staff in the proper planning and execution of air quality projects, and in directing or conducting independent technical reviews of deliverable work products
Support the general growth and development of ERM’s global air quality services. Collaborate with other ERM global practitioners to execute air quality projects, including participating on teams comprised of Air Quality professionals from multiple offices around the global organization
Advanced or subject matter expertise in air permitting; other compliance-related areas a plus (e.g., air dispersion modeling, storm water, SPCC, RMP/PSM, CEQA permitting, multi-media auditing, etc.)
Familiarity with and stack testing and ambient air measurement a plus
Develop a working understanding of ERM’s other consulting service areas and actively support cross-selling other services to existing clients
Qualification
Required
Recognized expert in federal and state Air regulations
Experience and confidence to lead and grow business in a dynamic market environment
Minimum of BS in engineering (chemical, mechanical, environmental) or related discipline. Or equivalent experience
Certification in field; P.E., CSP, CHMM, or similar registration desired
6+ years (12 years preferred) of solid air quality consulting experience, with a high degree of technical competence in Title V, PSD, NSR, BACT, and MACT
Strong track record of managing project deliverables, schedule and budgets
In-depth understanding of the Oil & Gas, Energy, Technology, or Chemical industry in Texas and the companies operating in this sector, including existing relationships that can be leveraged into new business
Consistent 'seller/doer' track record, including successfully winning large and strategic projects
An established reputation in the local marketplace and recognized technical expertise in one of ERM's existing service offerings, which include but are not limited to air quality and climate change, EHS compliance assurance, process safety, sustainability, and environmental permitting
Demonstrated leadership ability to build, coach, and mentor collaborative teams
Excellent communication (written/verbal), strategic thinking, negotiation, presentation, and 'people' skills
Positive outlook, collaborative, and driven by the success of ERM as a global company
Preferred
Advanced or subject matter expertise in air permitting; other compliance-related areas a plus (e.g., air dispersion modeling, storm water, SPCC, RMP/PSM, CEQA permitting, multi-media auditing, etc.)
Familiarity with and stack testing and ambient air measurement a plus
Company
ERM
ERM is a provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting and sustainability related services.
5001-10000 employees
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Leadership Team
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North America CFO
Steve Maaseide
Chief Operating Officer
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