Senior Air Permitting Consultant

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Air Permitting Consultant to join our Air Quality Practice within AECOM's Environment Business Line. This hybrid role can be based out of AECOM's Houston, Austin, Chicago, Denver or Fort Collins offices.

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated professional with strong communication and leadership skills who is excited to grow client relationships, expand service offerings, and help drive the strategic growth of our air quality practice. This role is ideal for someone ready to step into a leadership position focused on business development, client engagement, and strategic growth.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience and be responsible for:

• Leading client engagement for air quality projects, developing and maintaining strong, trusted relationships with clients in the oil & gas, chemical, and industrial sectors.
• Driving growth by identifying new opportunities, expanding existing accounts, and supporting business development strategies and proposal efforts.
• Managing and overseeing air permitting and compliance projects, including PSD and Title V permitting, with a focus on client service, quality assurance, and strategic direction.
• Providing high-level guidance and mentorship to project teams, supporting staff development and team expansion.

About AECOM's Environment Business Line

Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.

AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world's most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S Degree in science, chemistry, engineering, environmental, or a related field.
• 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in air quality permitting or compliance in an oil & gas/chemical, environmental consulting and an industrial related field.
• Valid U.S driver's license is required for this role.
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years in air quality permitting or compliance in an oil & gas/chemical & industrial related field.
• Prior experience in the consulting industry is highly desired.
• Proven success in business development and strategic account growth.
• Strong project management skills including managing budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Background in refining, chemical production, and/or oil & gas air permitting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to inspire and lead teams.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.