Principal, Air Quality Permitting and Compliance

Join SLR Consulting as a Principal, Air Quality Permitting and Compliance professional in Houston, Harris County. This is a full-time role where you'll lead environmental and regulatory strategies for energy industry clients navigating complex air quality requirements.

Role Overview

As Principal, Air Quality Permitting and Compliance at SLR Consulting, you'll be a senior leader driving air quality permitting strategy and regulatory compliance programs for major energy sector clients. This position combines deep technical expertise in air emissions regulations with strategic business advisory capabilities. You'll shape how clients approach environmental challenges, manage regulatory relationships, and demonstrate compliance with federal, state, and local air quality standards. Your work directly influences clients' operational decisions, stakeholder communications, and long-term environmental strategies.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Direct air quality permitting projects, from initial regulatory assessments through permit issuance and renewal
• Develop and advise on air quality compliance strategies aligned with EPA standards, state regulations, and local requirements
• Lead client engagements and manage technical teams conducting emissions inventories, dispersion modeling, and impact assessments
• Represent clients in communications with environmental agencies and permitting authorities
• Mentor junior consultants and build team capability in air quality technical areas
• Support clients in addressing environmental and social considerations tied to air quality operations
• Provide strategic counsel on emerging regulations and industry best practices

Skills & Qualifications

• Extensive experience in air quality permitting, compliance, or environmental consulting
• Deep knowledge of federal and state air quality regulations and permitting frameworks
• Strong technical foundation in emissions monitoring, modeling, and assessment methods
• Proven client management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, chemistry, or related field
• Professional engineering license or similar credential preferred

Working at SLR Consulting

SLR Consulting brings strategic insight and practical technical expertise to the energy industry's most pressing environmental and regulatory challenges. Our team of environmental and advisory consultants has decades of experience helping oil and gas clients achieve regulatory compliance, address environmental and social considerations, and meet stakeholder expectations. You'll join an organization that values technical rigor, client focus, and meaningful environmental problem-solving.

How to Apply

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