Senior Air Quality Scientist

Quandary is a full-service environmental consulting firm based in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2016 Quandary has quickly become a top choice for clients in the construction, oil & gas, renewable energy, electric utility, and government sectors. We provide environmental permitting, air quality, remediation, weed management, stormwater management, and other environmental services to clients throughout the country. 

 

Job Summary
Quandary Consultants is seeking a Senior Air Quality Scientist to join our growing Air Quality team. This position will support various new and existing air quality permitting and compliance Oil and Gas projects including, preparation of emission inventories, permit application development, regulatory review, compliance recordkeeping, greenhouse gas reporting air monitoring, etc.
  Duties/Responsibilities  

• Work directly with clients to perform and coordinate air compliance and permitting tasks
• Conduct air emissions calculations for permitting, emissions inventories, annual compliance reporting, and greenhouse gas reports
• Conduct peer review of teammates’ calculations and reports, providing constructive feedback
• Prepare and submit air permit applications to state and federal agencies
• Utilize emissions modeling software
• Proficient in state, federal, tribal, and local air compliance and permitting regulations and assist clients in implementing operational and reporting requirements
• At times, overnight client work may be required but is not expected
• Assist in preparation, deployment, and all sampling aspects of air monitoring activities
• Demonstrate commitment to safety and environmental compliance in all job aspects
• Provide guidance to clients for site design/operations to ensure compliance with regulations
• Act as a liaison between clients and regulatory agencies
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify safety risks, analyze data, and develop effective solutions

  Required Skills/Abilities  

• Professional demeanor and experience writing technical reports
• Strong attention to detail and able to follow specific directions and tasks
• Team player; receptive to feedback and open to constructive criticism
• Capable of managing projects, meeting budgets, and being the main point of communication for client contact
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft excel, including use of pivot tables
• Strong understanding of air quality compliance requirements in various states
• Experience with clean air act (NSPS OOO/a/b/c, KKKK, JJJJ, KKK, VV VVA GG)
• Familiarity with oil and gas equipment, operational practices, field environment and technical and engineering terms related to these practices
• Ability to read through complex stat and federal regulations to determine applicability to varying client facilities and scenarios
• Monitor federal, state, and local air quality regulations and rulemakings
• Participate in trade and professional associations to support the above responsibilities
• Demonstrates initiative by appropriately taking charge of situations
• Strong verbal skills and ability to lead meetings with staff on air quality permitting and compliance
• Valid drivers license and proven safe driving record

  Education and Experience  

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or related field required
• 9+ years of experience in air quality permitting and compliance, environmental consulting, or a related field

  Working conditions/Physical Requirements  

• Standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time
• Inclement weather conditions when field work is required
• Some travel (5-10% annually) including overnight stay
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Expected Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 annually, DOE
Job Type: Full-time Exempt
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week minimum
Work Location: Denver, CO: Reliably commute to Denver Office
Application Deadline: Will remain open until position is filled

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical, vision, dental)
• FSA and HSA options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) and employer matching
• One month paid sabbatical at five years of employment

If you have these sills and an environmental background and are interested in working for a dynamic environmental services company, we look forward to hearing from you!

Quandary Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.