Environmental Compliance Consultant

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking an Environmental Compliance Consultant to join our Infrastructure – Aviation Team at any of the following office locations: Providence, RI; Boston or Burlington, MA; Hartford, CT; Keene, NH; Columbus or Cleveland, OH; or Albany, NY.

Every airport, regardless of its size, depends on a unique set of facilities and infrastructure to meet the specific needs of their community, stakeholders and partners. The CHA team excels in delivering specialized airside, landside, and facility-related planning and design. We bring a wealth of experience to our aviation clients so they can continue to be viable assets to the communities they serve.

In this key lead role at CHA, our Environmental Compliance Consultant will plan and execute comprehensive environmental compliance audits with a solid knowledge of primary federal and state environmental regulatory programs. This individual is a master at appropriately interpreting regulations, reviewing regulated client operations, evaluating compliance, , and recommending improvements, as needed. They are skilled writers and will lead and develop plans and reports for clients, as well as materials for managers and colleagues; they are a true advocate for company’s standards for quality control and compliance. Our Environmental Compliance Consultant plays an important role in reviewing background information for projects with critical thinking and understanding of the bigger picture, as well as directing and mentoring other scientists on the team.

Our Environmental Compliance Consultant identifies new project opportunities and assists with proposal development. Additionally, they also identify permitting requirements, prepare permit applications, and implementation strategies. The professional in this role will oversee those who lead the preparation of large and complex environmental data sets, technical reports, and design tasks. Our Environmental Compliance Consultant is a leader in the development of external presentations for clients, the public, regulatory agencies, etc.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you’ll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your “why” at CHA!

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience required
• Valid US driver's license required
• Has proficient theoretical scientific knowledge
• Previous airport preferred
• Knowledge of primary federal and state environmental regulatory programs required
• Compliance auditing experience preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word & Excel as well as ArcMap or basic GIS Mapping required
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences
• Desire to work in a collaborative team environment with the willingness to assist colleagues
• Must have the ability to work in the field in different weather conditions
• Must be able to physically navigate in the field

$92,000 - $110,500

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. 

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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