Environmental Project Manager

Carvana • Tempe, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Carvana is seeking an Environmental professional to join its EHS team to support the development, implementation, and monitoring of the organization's environmental programs and initiatives, with a primary focus on environmental compliance and air quality. The Project Manager will be responsible for collecting and managing environmental and operational data for compliance and regulatory reporting. This role will lead air-quality compliance for assigned Carvana and ADESA facilities nationwide, managing air permits, emissions reporting, regulatory obligations, inspections, facility changes, and agency interactions. The position also supports broader environmental compliance programs, including hazardous materials, environmental training, EPA identification numbers, SPCC, and site permitting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, or related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience (including graduate work) within the Environmental compliance or environmental Health and Safety field.
• Direct experience with air permitting, emissions reporting, air compliance records, or stationary-source regulatory compliance.
• Self-Driven and must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated competence applying for, implementing, and managing environmental permits.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation including RCRA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and SARA Title III.
• Strong analytical and data-driven skill set.
• Experience working closely and communicating effectively with a diverse set of stakeholders in an ever-changing, rapid growth environment with tight deadlines.
• Ability to multitask, set priorities, maintain flexibility, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of how to utilize Google suite.
• Willingness to travel domestically as needed, up to 25%.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Nice To Haves

• REM, CHMM
• Direct experience with vehicle refinishing, surface coating, VOC/HAP compliance, and multi-site operations.
• A background in engineering and/or consulting.
• Experience working in a production focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage air permits, registrations, renewals, fees, and supporting records.
• Prepare or oversee emissions inventories, rolling totals, throughput calculations, certifications, and required reports.
• Gather information from facilities nationwide and prepare environmental reports, such as Tier II, air compliance reports, waste reports, and wastewater discharge reports.
• Review and manage revisions to environmental plans, such as spill prevention, control, and countermeasure (SPCC), stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP), and waste contingency plans.
• Evaluate VOC limits, coating and solvent requirements, and product compliance questions.
• Prepare facilities for air inspections, records requests, and agency follow-up.
• Support permitting for new facilities, expansions, and equipment changes.
• Manage environmental data including but not limited to air emissions, wastewater, chemical usage, and waste generation.
• Prepare and facilitate environmental trainings.
• Provide environmental compliance support to operating locations, including on site as needed.
• Work collaboratively with the EHS staff in a dynamic environment.
• Perform multiple projects within schedule expectations.
• Communicate with Carvana employees, consultants, vendors, and contractors.
• Monitor programs and performance to track compliance and effectiveness of all EHS initiatives.
• Analyze data to identify trends, monitor program performance, and report on progress.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships within the EHS team, Carvana’s on-site Inspection Center leadership teams, and various other internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with EHS regulations.
• Collaborate with outside consultants as needed.
• Directly interface with regulators and inspectors as needed.
• Other tasks related to environmental affairs and health and safety as assigned by team leadership.

Benefits

• Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skillset and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level