Senior Environmental Specialist / Project Manager – Industrial Pretreatment Programs

Practical Applications, Inc. • Woburn, MA

11d • $120,000 - $140,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Specialist / Project Manager to lead industrial pretreatment permitting and compliance projects for municipal and industrial clients throughout New England. This position offers the opportunity to serve as a technical expert and trusted advisor while managing complex regulatory and permitting programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial wastewater regulations, pretreatment program management, permit development, compliance auditing, and client management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 8–15 years of experience in environmental consulting, wastewater compliance, or pretreatment program management.
• Strong knowledge of: EPA Pretreatment Regulations (40 CFR Part 403), NPDES permitting, Industrial wastewater regulations, Permit development and compliance management
• Experience working directly with municipal pretreatment programs and industrial facilities.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and client relationships simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with local limits development.
• Experience supporting POTW program audits.
• Existing relationships with municipal or industrial clients in New England.
• Business development and proposal-writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage municipal and industrial pretreatment program projects from proposal through completion.
• Prepare and review industrial discharge permits and permit modifications.
• Conduct Significant Industrial User (SIU) inspections and compliance evaluations.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local pretreatment regulations.
• Develop permitting strategies and compliance plans for industrial clients.
• Support POTW pretreatment program implementation and optimization.
• Review industrial wastewater treatment operations and monitoring programs.
• Prepare technical reports, compliance assessments, and regulatory submissions.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, municipal officials, and industrial facilities.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
• Support proposal development and business growth initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $120,000–$140,000
• Annual performance bonus
• Health, and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible hybrid work schedule
• Professional development and certification support
• Opportunity for advancement into Senior Project Manager or Practice Leader roles

What This Job Offers

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