Air Quality - Project Manager

As an Air Quality Project Manager for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Knoxville, TN office, you’ll evaluate and present information regarding emissions from proposed processes and equipment to support state and federal permit applications and regulatory compliance reports. You will assist clients with sustainability reporting and achieving Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals. Your responsibilities will include performing engineering calculations, compiling permit application documents, preparing compliance reports, coordinating with clients to obtain project information, communicating with regulatory personnel, and evaluating control technologies and emission reduction options for client facilities.

You will work with a team of junior to experienced scientists and engineers, providing mentoring and technical training.

At CEC, every team member is personally invested in serving our clients with integrity, delivering results that matter, and growing meaningful careers. As employee-owners, we’re accountable not just for our work, but for creating an environment that supports and challenges one another. Our people are our priority — and that’s what drives us to dig deeper, collaborate smarter, and build lasting relationships inside and outside of our company.

• Evaluate and quantify emissions from processes and equipment to support permit applications and compliance reporting
• Compile and prepare state and federal permit applications and regulatory compliance reports
• Perform engineering calculations and assess control technologies and emission reduction strategies
• Assist clients with sustainability reporting and ESG-related initiatives
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulatory personnel to obtain project information and ensure compliance
• Provide mentoring, guidance, and technical training to junior and mid-level staff
• Support business development efforts and contribute to the growth of the Air Quality Practice

Our Knoxville office, located in the heart of East Tennessee, is home to a dynamic and collaborative team of professionals. Nestled near the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville offers a unique blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and a strong sense of community. The city boasts excellent schools and a thriving downtown with restaurants, entertainment, and outdoor spaces. Whether you're exploring the nearby national park, enjoying a University of Tennessee game, or connecting with a supportive professional network, Knoxville is a great place to live, work, and grow.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Meteorology, or equivalent;
  Master’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience in consulting, compliance, or industry roles focused on air quality
• Experience performing emission inventory calculations, preparing air permit applications, and developing compliance reports
• Experience managing air quality permitting and compliance projects
• Knowledge of USEPA, Tennessee, and other regional air quality regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Knowledge of New Source Review (NSR) procedures
• Experience conducting Best Available Control Technology (BACT) analyses
• Familiarity with air compliance requirements for the solid waste, manufacturing, mining, or power industries
• Experience performing dispersion modeling using AERMOD

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record
. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can…