Senior Air Quality Consultant / Regional Leader

About Us

Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs -- so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world.

Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Air Quality Consultant / Environmental Leader to support complex regulatory compliance, permitting, and air quality modeling projects across a diverse industrial client base. This role involves both technical execution and project leadership , supporting clients in industries such as power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical manufacturing, and bulk storage operations.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in dispersion modeling , air permitting, regulatory compliance, and emissions analysis, along with proven experience managing projects, teams, and client relationships.

Strong, demonstrated experience with Texas air permitting regulatory programs and air dispersion modeling is required .

Responsibilities

Air Permitting & Regulatory Compliance

• Lead preparation of complex air permitting applications including:
• PSD (Prevention of Significant Deterioration)
• NSR/NNSR (New Source Review / Nonattainment NSR)
• Permit-by-Rule (PBR) and Standard Permits
• Perform regulatory applicability analyses and compliance strategy development
• Develop and review emissions inventories, calculations, and reporting submissions
• Support Title V permitting (renewals, revisions, and compliance reporting).
• Interpret federal and state environmental regulations with specific focus on Texas (TCEQ) requirements.

Air Quality Modeling & Technical Analysis

• Perform advanced air dispersion modeling analyses to support permitting [ PSD, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ( FERC ) , etc. ] with programs such as AERMOD and CALPUFF
• Evaluate meteorological data and modeling inputs
• Conduct technical evaluations for criteria pollutants and GHG emissions
• Support resolution of modeling challenges including NO₂, SO₂, and PM₂. ₅ standards

Compliance Audits & Monitoring ( preferred )

• Conduct comprehensive air compliance audits including onsite evaluations
• Review permits, monitoring requirements, recordkeeping systems, and reporting programs
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings and recommendations
• Support ongoing compliance reporting (NSPS, NESHAP, MECT, Title V, etc.)

Leadership

• O ptimiz e the quality and profitability of TRC's projects as well as assisting with managing and developing the skill sets of Project Managers and other employees and resources to ensure our projects are executed with a high level of efficiency and technical excellence.
• Possess excellent verbal, written, presentation and client management skills; demonstrated ability leading and managing complex projects; as well as being goal oriented, quality focused, and have demonstrated success with creating and fostering a team environment.
• Perform Quality Analysis/Quality Control of key deliverables related to proposals, projects and tasks managed, as well as projects and tasks managed by others, and are responsible for implementation of the firms' quality procedures at project and task levels.
• Communicate horizontally and help maintain strong relationships with key leaders within their geographic region, and other members in the TRC Environmental Sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s d egree in Atmospheric Sciences, Environmental Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in air quality consulting or regulatory compliance
• Required: Demonstrated experience with Texas air permitting programs, including TCEQ NSR, PBR, Standard Permits, and Title V
• Technical project expertise in managing and implementing Clean Air Act programs such as Title V; New Source Review; Best Available Control Technology ( BACT ) , Reasonably Available Control Technology ( RACT ) , and Maximum Available Control Technology ( MACT ) ; and permitting, air quality engineering, air dispersion modelling and compliance with air quality requirements.
• Experience supporting industrial sectors such as:
• Power generation
• Oil & gas and Liquified Natural Gas ( LNG )
• Petrochemical and chemical manufacturing
• Bulk storage terminals and materials handling
• Certified Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP), Certified Consulting Meteorologist (CCM), or licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Technical Expertise

• Deep knowledge of:
• PSD, NSR/NNSR permitting programs
• Texas-specific permitting frameworks (TCEQ)
• Title V compliance and reporting
• Emissions inventories and calculations
• Air dispersion modeling (multi-state experience preferred)

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven project management and leadership experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Preferred Certifications & Affiliations

• HAZWOPER certification (or ability to obtain)
• Professional affiliations (e.g., Air & Waste Management Association)

Key Competencies

• Technical leadership in air permitting and modeling
• Expertise in Texas regulatory frameworks and permitting strategy
• Regulatory interpretation and compliance strategy
• Client relationship management
• Team leadership and project delivery

Work Environment & Travel

• Office-based with travel to client sites as needed
• Occasional field work and audits

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Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

Disclaimers

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC’s career site .

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.

Salary Range

USD $150,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.

Air Permitting & Regulatory Compliance

• Lead preparation of complex air permitting applications including:
• PSD (Prevention of Significant Deterioration)
• NSR/NNSR (New Source Review / Nonattainment NSR)
• Permit-by-Rule (PBR) and Standard Permits
• Perform regulatory applicability analyses and compliance strategy development
• Develop and review emissions inventories, calculations, and reporting submissions
• Support Title V permitting (renewals, revisions, and compliance reporting).
• Interpret federal and state environmental regulations with specific focus on Texas (TCEQ) requirements.

Air Quality Modeling & Technical Analysis

• Perform advanced air dispersion modeling analyses to support permitting [ PSD, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ( FERC ) , etc. ] with programs such as AERMOD and CALPUFF
• Evaluate meteorological data and modeling inputs
• Conduct technical evaluations for criteria pollutants and GHG emissions
• Support resolution of modeling challenges including NO₂, SO₂, and PM₂. ₅ standards

Compliance Audits & Monitoring ( preferred )

• Conduct comprehensive air compliance audits including onsite evaluations
• Review permits, monitoring requirements, recordkeeping systems, and reporting programs
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings and recommendations
• Support ongoing compliance reporting (NSPS, NESHAP, MECT, Title V, etc.)

Leadership

• O ptimiz e the quality and profitability of TRC's projects as well as assisting with managing and developing the skill sets of Project Managers and other employees and resources to ensure our projects are executed with a high level of efficiency and technical excellence.
• Possess excellent verbal, written, presentation and client management skills; demonstrated ability leading and managing complex projects; as well as being goal oriented, quality focused, and have demonstrated success with creating and fostering a team environment.
• Perform Quality Analysis/Quality Control of key deliverables related to proposals, projects and tasks managed, as well as projects and tasks managed by others, and are responsible for implementation of the firms' quality procedures at project and task levels.
• Communicate horizontally and help maintain strong relationships with key leaders within their geographic region, and other members in the TRC Environmental Sector.
• Bachelor's d egree in Atmospheric Sciences, Environmental Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in air quality consulting or regulatory compliance
• Required: Demonstrated experience with Texas air permitting programs, including TCEQ NSR, PBR, Standard Permits, and Title V
• Technical project expertise in managing and implementing Clean Air Act programs such as Title V; New Source Review; Best Available Control Technology ( BACT ) , Reasonably Available Control Technology ( RACT ) , and Maximum Available Control Technology ( MACT ) ; and permitting, air quality engineering, air dispersion modelling and compliance with air quality requirements.
• Experience supporting industrial sectors such as:
• Power generation
• Oil & gas and Liquified Natural Gas ( LNG )
• Petrochemical and chemical manufacturing
• Bulk storage terminals and materials handling
• Certified Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP), Certified Consulting Meteorologist (CCM), or licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Technical Expertise

• Deep knowledge of:
• PSD, NSR/NNSR permitting programs
• Texas-specific permitting frameworks (TCEQ)
• Title V compliance and reporting
• Emissions inventories and calculations
• Air dispersion modeling (multi-state experience preferred)

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven project management and leadership experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Preferred Certifications & Affiliations

• HAZWOPER certification (or ability to obtain)
• Professional affiliations (e.g., Air & Waste Management Association)

Key Competencies

• Technical leadership in air permitting and modeling
• Expertise in Texas regulatory frameworks and permitting strategy
• Regulatory interpretation and compliance strategy
• Client relationship management
• Team leadership and project delivery

Work Environment & Travel

• Office-based with travel to client sites as needed
• Occasional field work and audits

#LI-SE1

Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.