Senior Consultant, Air Quality

ERM • Austin, TX

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About The Position

ERM is seeking a Senior Consultant, Air Quality, based in Houston or Austin, Texas, to deliver air quality and climate-related environmental solutions for clients in sectors including oil and gas, power, technology, and chemicals. The role provides technical guidance on permitting and compliance, helps clients address regulatory challenges and sustainability goals, and supports projects responding to evolving environmental and climate requirements. The position is part of ERM’s Air Quality team and involves collaborating with clients, regulators, stakeholders, and ERM experts across its network.

The consultant conducts air quality analyses and regulatory evaluations; prepares and manages permits and compliance programs; develops emissions inventories; assesses pollution-control technologies; and supports climate initiatives such as greenhouse gas inventories, emissions reduction, public disclosure, and verification. The role also includes maintaining quality and delivering work within scope, budget, and schedule while developing strong client relationships. Travel to client sites may be required. The position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Sciences, or equivalent experience; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in environmental permitting and compliance; 4 or more years is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with air quality construction permits, Title V, PSD, NSR, BACT, and/or MACT.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with spreadsheets and databases.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in a related field.
• Experience with climate change projects, such as greenhouse gas inventories and emission reduction strategies.
• Familiarity with emerging Low Carbon Fuel Standards and complex permitting programs.
• Four or more years of experience in environmental permitting and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct air quality analyses and regulatory applicability evaluations.
• Prepare and manage air quality permits, including Title V, PSD, and NSR permits, and liaise with regulators.
• Develop emission inventories and assess pollution control technologies.
• Implement climate change initiatives, including public disclosure and verification.
• Support MACT compliance programs and provide actionable recommendations.
• Ensure quality standards across multiple projects and deliver within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Foster strong client relationships and collaborate with ERM’s national network of experts.
• Provide air quality permitting and compliance guidance for major capital projects.
• Contribute to greenhouse gas reduction and energy efficiency programs.

What This Job Offers

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