What are the responsibilities and job description for the Managing Consultant, Air Quality position at Environmental Resources Management Southwest, Inc.?
ERMers considering application for internal positions should consider the following eligibility criteria prior to application: 1. Should already be an ERMer for a minimum of 12 months 2. Should have two Good/Meets Expectations (minimum) performance ratings for the last two cycles (over 12 months) 3. Transition period to the new role should be discussed per role and based on regional differences Ready to lead with impact? Join ERM and take your career to the next level with a global leader committed to sustainability and growth. Why This Role Matters You’re not just joining a team—you’re shaping the future of air quality and climate strategy for some of the most influential companies in the world. At ERM, we’re driving innovation in environmental consulting, and this leadership role puts you at the center of that transformation. If you’re ready to leverage your expertise and relationships to make a measurable impact, this is your opportunity to lead, grow, and influence at a global scale. What Your Impact Is As a Managing Consultant, Air Quality, you’ll be the strategic force behind expanding ERM’s Air Quality services in Texas. You’ll lead high-profile projects, advise on complex regulatory challenges, and build lasting client partnerships. Your work will directly contribute to ERM’s double-digit growth and global leadership in air quality and climate change consulting. What You’ll Bring Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, environmental) or related discipline. 4–5 years (7 preferred) of air quality consulting experience with technical expertise in Title V, PSD, NSR, BACT, and MACT. Proven track record as a “seller/doer,” successfully winning and delivering strategic projects. Strong understanding of federal and state air regulations. Established relationships within Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, Technology, or Chemical sectors in Texas. Exceptional leadership, communication, and client relationship skills. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Preferred: Professional certifications (P.E., CSP, CHMM, or similar). Subject matter expertise in air permitting and compliance; experience with air dispersion modeling, stack testing, or ambient air measurement. Familiarity with multi-media auditing and other compliance areas (storm water, SPCC, RMP/PSM, CEQA permitting). Key Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic business plans to grow ERM’s Air Quality service area in Texas. Serve as a senior technical expert for air permitting and compliance programs, ensuring clients maintain maximum operating flexibility. Act as a “seller/doer” by identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and leading project delivery. Build and expand client relationships to generate repeat business and cross-sell ERM’s services. Mentor and develop junior and mid-level consultants, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration. Collaborate with ERM’s global Air Quality & Climate Change team to share best practices and deliver innovative solutions. Who We Are: As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level. Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Thank you for your interest in ERM! #LI-SO2 #LI-Hybrid At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world’s largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world’s leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM’s purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a “boots to boardroom” leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet. ERM Homepage Explore All Open Roles Explore Early Careers Roles Explore Experienced Professional Roles Explore Partnership Roles