Corporate Environmental Manager

Overview

Ensures compliance with environmental laws, permits, and reporting for assigned sites.

Key Responsibilities

• permit applications
• regulatory reporting
• stack testing
• compliance records
• environmental audits
• hazard controls

Tasks

The Corporate Environmental Manager assists upper management and field managers at assigned locations in complying with Company's environmental policy and environmental laws, rules, regulations, and permits. This position acquires or assists in the acquisition and/or modification of environmental permits for assigned locations. The position prepares or assists in the preparation of environmental reports for assigned locations. The Corporate Environmental Manager provides guidance on the selection of monitoring systems and stack testing contractors. -Assures that each plant using waste-derived fuel maintains its RCRA and HWC NESHAP Operating record, CEMS records, correspondence files, and other records or reports required by permit or regulation. Reviews annually and, as required, modifies the RCRA Closure Plans and Closure Cost Estimates for each WDF burning facility. Assists the Assistant General Counsel and the Vice President – Finance with the preparation of annual RCRA financial assurance instruments and reports. -Works directly with managers and staff at assigned field locations to ensure compliance with relevant environmental laws, rules, regulations, and permits. -Reports directly to the Director of Environmental Affairs and is responsible for leading the environmental performance of their assigned field locations through executing the environmental pillars of Communication, Compliance, and Management of Change. -Monitors and evaluates state and federal rule developments and informs management when new regulations or potential regulatory developments could significantly impact the organization. -Coordinates with the Vice President – Technical Service regarding stack tests, compliance with applicable regulations, and other matters of common interest. Assists in the preparation of trial/test burn plans and reports. -Assists in the preparation of all new, modified, or renewal RCRA Part B permit applications or other permit applications associated with the use of secondary materials. Maintains in Overland Park the record copy of all original and modified RCRA Part B permit applications. Prepares or assists in the preparation of all Company responses to Notices of Deficiency for RCRA Part B permit applications. -Assures each assigned facility prepares and maintains files of all environmental permits and that timely applications for permit renewals and modifications are prepared and submitted. -Reviews the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan at each assigned facility on an annual basis. Assures that these plans are maintained and reviewed by licensed professional engineers in accordance with the applicable regulations. -Recommends and supervises the hiring and direction of activities of consultants, lawyers, contractors, lobbyists, and other specialists who provide expertise in matters related to environmental laws, rules, regulations, and permitting -Advises upper management and field managers at assigned locations about current and forthcoming environmental issues or regulations. -Prepares or assists internal and external attorneys in defending the Company through the preparation of responses to environmentally related Notices of Violation or other regulatory enforcement actions and initiatives directed at Company facilities. -Uses independent judgment in performing responsibilities. -Assists facilities in developing and maintaining procedures to prevent hazards and protect human health and the environment. -Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines. -Participates in the development, implementation, and execution of the Company's environmental policy. -Assists assigned facilities in the preparation and submission to regulatory agencies of timely reports that are required by law, rule, regulation, or permit. Included are stormwater discharge monitoring reports, air emission inventories, excess emissions reports, periodic CEM and CMS performance reports, annual hazardous waste activity reports, toxic release inventories, or other similar reports. Copies of these reports will be maintained in the Overland Park files. -Directs and/or participates in environmental audit programs. -Assures the accurate and timely payment of all fees connected with the acquisition and maintenance of environmental permits at assigned facilities.

Requirements

• graduate degree
• bachelor's
• 10 years
• rcra
• cem
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Ability to refer to supervisor only when in doubt as to the proper procedure for a specified action. -Ability to make decisions and solve problems with high attention to detail and accuracy -Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc. -Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in one or a combination of the following work areas:Environmental regulator -Knowledge of applicable general environmental and RCRA permits and permit applications held or submitted by the Company for the assigned facilities. -Experience with air pollution, water pollution, solid and hazardous wastes, toxic substances, asbestos, community-right-to-know, SPCC plans, and aboveground and underground storage tanks -Ability to make sound independent judgments regularly -Graduate Degree in environmental studies, engineering, law, or related field preferred. -Ability to work under general supervision with specified policies, regulations, and guidelines. -Minimum 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree in environmental studies, engineering, law, or related field -Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local regulations regarding the environment -Ability to maintain confidential information with discretion -Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents -Knowledge of CEM and COM systems at each plant and the QA/QC procedures associated with these units. -Maintains active membership in appropriate professional organizations and serves as a Company representative to industry committees, associations, and workgroups. Attends relevant seminars or training sessions. Obtains and maintains appropriate professional certification.

Benefits

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals. -Domestic Travel up to 50% -Growth Opportunities and more! -Tuition Reimbursement -Dental Insurance -Life Insurance -Health Insurance -Disability Pay -Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays -Retirement Plan -Vision Insurance -Employee Assistance Program

About Ash Grove Cement Company

-As part of global building‑materials giant CRH, it ranks among North America’s largest cement producers. -Typical projects include bridges, highways, commercial complexes, residential developments and industrial facilities. -Unique offerings span low‑carbon cements, lime products, ready‑mix concrete, and soil stabilizers. -Despite deep historical roots, the company continues to innovate in cement types and regional infrastructure support.

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