Environmental Compliance Project Manager

AECOM•Houston, TX

1d•$100,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a motivated and experienced Environmental Compliance Project Manager to join its EHS + Air practice as a seller–doer. The role supports federal, municipal, and private-sector clients with environmental, health, and safety regulatory compliance needs. This hybrid position is based in AECOM’s Houston, Texas office and combines technical project delivery, client relationship management, business development, and project management. The successful candidate will lead and support environmental compliance programs, develop client solutions, grow market presence, and help expand the practice while delivering high-quality, defensible services. AECOM’s Environment business line offers access to a global technical practice network and work across diverse markets and geographies. The company emphasizes technical excellence, innovative project delivery, sustainable solutions, and employee growth through its Freedom to Grow initiative.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, chemistry, or a related field.
At least 6 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, implementing environmental compliance programs, developing clients, and working directly with regulatory agencies in environmental consulting, industry, or a regulatory agency.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing client-facing technical documents.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related discipline.
10 or more years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, implementing environmental compliance programs, developing clients, and working directly with regulatory agencies.
Proven seller–doer experience, including client development, proposal support, and repeat work generation.
Established client relationships or market presence in regulated industries such as manufacturing, life sciences, energy, chemicals, or federal or state agencies.
Professional certification such as PE, CHMM, CEA, or similar.
Experience supporting ESG, sustainability, or emerging regulatory initiatives.
Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and support environmental compliance programs under federal, state, and local requirements, including CAA, CWA, RCRA, TSCA, EPCRA, and state analogs.
Conduct and manage environmental compliance audits, regulatory applicability evaluations, permitting support, and corrective action planning.
Prepare compliance reports, permit applications, regulatory analyses, and agency correspondence.
Advise clients by translating regulatory requirements into practical, implementable solutions.
Provide quality control and mentor junior staff on compliance projects.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities with existing and new client accounts.
Collaborate with market leaders and project managers on capture strategies, scopes of work, and pricing.
Lead or support proposal development, including technical approaches, staffing plans, and cost estimates.
Build and maintain client relationships through trusted-advisor work, repeat business, and cross-selling services.
Represent AECOM in client meetings, industry conferences, and professional organizations.
Serve as project manager or task lead, managing project scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated compliance and environmental solutions.
Track project performance and support financial management, forecasting, and workload planning.