Air Quality - Project Manager
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LocationUNAVAILABLE, UNAVAILABLE, UNAVAILABLE
Also inKnoxville, TN
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentAir Quality
EquityIncluded
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 30, 2024 · 2y ago
Verified live3d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
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Reposted once in the last 6 monthsEarliest listing first seen Oct 18, 2026
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Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Meteorology, or equivalent
5+ years of experience in consulting, compliance, or industry roles focused on air quality
Experience performing emission inventory calculations
Experience preparing air permit applications
Experience developing compliance reports
Experience managing air quality permitting and compliance projects
Knowledge of USEPA, Tennessee, and other regional air quality regulations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Master's degree preferred
Knowledge of New Source Review (NSR) procedures
Experience conducting Best Available Control Technology (BACT) analyses
Familiarity with air compliance requirements for solid waste, manufacturing, mining, or power industries
Experience performing dispersion modeling using AERMOD
Skills
AERMOD
Benefits
401(k)
Profit sharing
Performance bonus
Company stock
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short term disability
Long term disability
Tuition assistance
Professional development
Overview
As an Air Quality Project Manager for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Knoxville, TN office, you’ll evaluate and present information regarding emissions from proposed processes and equipment to support state and federal permit applications and regulatory compliance reports. You will assist clients with sustainability reporting and achieving Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals. Your responsibilities will include performing engineering calculations, compiling permit application documents, preparing compliance reports, coordinating with clients to obtain project information, communicating with regulatory personnel, and evaluating control technologies and emission reduction options for client facilities. You will work with a team of junior to experienced scientists and engineers, providing mentoring and technical training.
About the company
At CEC, every team member is personally invested in serving our clients with integrity, delivering results that matter, and growing meaningful careers. As employee-owners, we’re accountable not just for our work, but for creating an environment that supports and challenges one another. Our people are our priority — and that’s what drives us to dig deeper, collaborate smarter, and build lasting relationships inside and outside of our company.
Key Responsibilities:
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Evaluate and quantify emissions from processes and equipment to support permit applications and compliance reporting
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Compile and prepare state and federal permit applications and regulatory compliance reports
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Perform engineering calculations and assess control technologies and emission reduction strategies
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Assist clients with sustainability reporting and ESG-related initiatives
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Coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulatory personnel to obtain project information and ensure compliance
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Provide mentoring, guidance, and technical training to junior and mid-level staff
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Support business development efforts and contribute to the growth of the Air Quality Practice
Our Knoxville office, located in the heart of East Tennessee, is home to a dynamic and collaborative team of professionals. Nestled near the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville offers a unique blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and a strong sense of community. The city boasts excellent schools and a thriving downtown with restaurants, entertainment, and outdoor spaces. Whether you’re exploring the nearby national park, enjoying a University of Tennessee game, or connecting with a supportive professional network, Knoxville is a great place to live, work, and grow.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Meteorology, or equivalent; Master’s degree preferred
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5+ years of experience in consulting, compliance, or industry roles focused on air quality
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Experience performing emission inventory calculations, preparing air permit applications, and developing compliance reports
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Experience managing air quality permitting and compliance projects
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Knowledge of USEPA, Tennessee, and other regional air quality regulations
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Capabilities
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Knowledge of New Source Review (NSR) procedures
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Experience conducting Best Available Control Technology (BACT) analyses
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Familiarity with air compliance requirements for the solid waste, manufacturing, mining, or power industries
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Experience performing dispersion modeling using AERMOD
About Us
We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.
We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!
We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.
Benefits
CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.
Legal
CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.
THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS
If CEC has not expressly requested recruiting services or contractually engaged with you for recruiting services on a specific position, any resumes or candidate profiles sent to CEC shall be considered unsolicited. Therefore, any such submissions will be considered property of CEC, with no associated fees due to your firm.
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