Air Quality Consultant (Field Based)

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Erm
Global consultancy delivering environmental, health, safety, risk, social and sustainability services.
Conduct air quality analyses, develop permits, ensure regulatory compliance for clients.
8 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Chicago, IL
Field
Company Size
8,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Consulting
Sustainability
Engineering
Risk Management
Health & Safety
Environmental Impact Assessment
Geotechnical Engineering
Water Management
Sector Specialisms
Chemical
Financial Services
Manufacturing
Mining & Metals
Oil & Gas
Pharmaceutical
Power
Renewables
Role
What you would be doing
air analysis
permit development
emission inventory
compliance audits
tech evaluation
client interaction
  • Conduct air quality analyses, assess regulatory compliance, and perform regulatory applicability evaluations.
  • Perform multiple tasks within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
  • Evaluate air pollution control technologies, including technical and economic feasibility of air pollution control equipment.
  • Prepare recommendations and reporting of results.
  • Interact with state and local program regulators to steward permit application review and issuance.
  • Implement climate change projects, such as greenhouse gas inventories, emission reductions, energy efficiency, public disclosure and verification.
  • Assist clients with MACT compliance programs.
  • Implement environmental compliance management systems and processes.
  • Prepare emission inventory reports; quantify air pollutant emissions, upload/enter inventory data to state on-line systems and impacts.
  • Perform environmental compliance audits and implement follow-up corrective actions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Develop complete and accurate air quality permits applications for construction, Synthetic Minor, Title V, PSD, and New Source Reviews.
  • Interact and maintain successful relationships with clients, ERM employees, and subcontractors.
What you bring
title v
eit
bs engineering
spreadsheets
communication
fast‑paced
  • Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • 0-3 years of direct consulting or industry experience involving state construction and Title V permitting; PSD, NSR, BACT, and/or MACT experience a plus.
  • BS in chemical, environmental, or mechanical engineering, science or related degree.
  • E.I.T. preferred with ability to obtain P.E. within 5 years
  • Strong hands-on spreadsheet and database comprehension.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Revenue $1.3B
Annual Revenue
Reports over US$1.3 billion annually.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates across over 40 countries.
KKR Backing
Since 2021
Privately owned and backed by KKR since 2021.
Thousands Annually
Projects Undertaken
Undertakes thousands of projects each year.
  • Flourished through merging UK and US consultancies, building a truly global footprint.
  • Has carried out major environmental assessments for projects like High Speed 1, HS2, Keystone and Dakota Access pipelines.
  • Works in sectors from mining, energy and chemicals to manufacturing, pharma, power, renewables, finance and TMT.
  • Combines strategic advisory and technical delivery, using digital tools and proprietary methodologies.
  • Notably led environmental impact assessments for cross-border hydroelectric, rail and oil infrastructure.
Culture + Values
  • Safety is our number one priority.
  • We are passionate about what we do.
  • We collaborate to achieve excellence.
  • We take personal responsibility and act with integrity.
  • We embrace change and seek innovative solutions.
  • We care about our people and work with them to unlock their potential.
Environment + Sustainability
50% reduction
Carbon Footprint Reduction
Aiming to reduce operational carbon footprint by half by 2025.
70M tons CO2
CO2 Emissions Reduced
Helped clients reduce emissions by over 70 million tons of CO2 equivalent annually.
  • Committed to achieving net zero by 2030.
  • Works with clients to support the transition to renewable energy sources.
  • Aims to incorporate sustainability into all aspects of business decision-making.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% women
Senior Leadership Team
Half of the senior leadership team consists of women, reflecting strong gender diversity at executive levels.
40% by 2025
Global Workforce Goal
Aim to achieve 40% female representation in the global workforce by the year 2025, demonstrating a commitment to broader diversity initiatives.
Active tracking
Gender Balance Monitoring
The company consistently monitors and reports on gender balance across all levels of the organization to ensure ongoing progress and accountability.
  • They have introduced initiatives to support the recruitment and retention of diverse talent.
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