Managing Consultant – Air Quality

About the role

ERM is seeking an experienced Managing Consultant to lead air quality projects across Australia and internationally. This senior position will drive emission inventories, modelling, and client‑focused compliance strategies within a growing global consultancy.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver emission estimation inventories, odour and air quality modelling assessments.
• Write technical environmental reports, proposals and tenders.
• Plan and manage projects of varying complexity, ensuring scope, budget, schedule and quality targets are met.
• Lead client‑focused air permitting and compliance strategies for industrial facilities.
• Develop and expand client relationships to grow ERM’s market share in the regional air quality sector.
• Mentor team members and conduct independent technical reviews of deliverables.

Required profile

• BS/MS in engineering (chemical, mechanical, environmental), environmental science or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in air quality/compliance consulting with a strong market reputation.
• Proven track record in business development for large air quality/regulatory contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, strategic thinking and negotiation skills.
• Authorization to work in Australia.

Required skills

• Emission inventory development.
• Air quality and odour modelling (including dispersion modelling).
• WRF modelling.
• RStudio programming.