Environmental Program Manager

IBM is seeking an experienced environmental program manager with strong regulatory and compliance expertise. In this role, you will use your technical skills to effectively manage environmental programs including groundwater, soil vapor intrusion, indoor air quality, hazardous waste, and wastewater. This role is based on-site in Poughkeepsie, NY and will directly support compliance with IBM corporate environmental programs as well as local, state, and federal environmental regulations. In this role, you will work closely with site operations, facility engineering, design and construction teams, as well as external regulators to develop work plans for regulatory compliance of critical site programs and projects that intersect with groundwater, soil, vapor, waste and industrial wastewater management. This will include developing alternative analysis and compliance approach strategies that best support business needs. You will lead environmental reporting and inspections across multiple New York State DEC divisions including water, solid and hazardous waste and environmental remediation as well as engage with NYDEC and federal environmental regulators. You will interface with these agencies to support facilities operations and evaluate emerging regulatory requirements. Required education Bachelor's Degree Preferred education Master's Degree Required technical and professional expertise * Degree in chemical, mechanical or environmental engineering * 3+ years of experience in environmental compliance and working with regulatory organizations. * Academic training or experience across environmental media (waste, water, groundwater, soil vapor intrusion, and wastewater) with experience in investigation, monitoring, and treatment * Strong strategic thinking, data analysis, and project management skills * Able to independently manage multiple priorities and provide sound recommendations to senior leadership * Excellent written and oral communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across diverse internal and external teams * Highly collaborative, adaptable, and willing to support broader sustainability initiatives aligned with IBM's mission to innovate using advanced technologies Preferred technical and professional experience * Knowledge of key federal and New York state environmental laws and programs, including but not limited to RCRA, Pollution Prevention, Clean Water Act, * Experience with Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001) * Experience in environmental incident and chemical management * RCRA, DOT, and IATA/ICAO training certifications OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to: - Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being - Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs - Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law - Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals - Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role. IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship. The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.