CHA Consulting, Inc.

Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist

CHA Consulting, Inc.$100K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field required
  • Minimum of 10 years of related experience required
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word & Excel required
  • Previous airport experience preferred
  • Knowledge of primary federal and state environmental regulatory programs required (CWA, CAA, RCRA, EPCRA, etc.)
  • Compliance auditing experience preferred
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Ability to work in diverse environmental conditions and navigate physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical execution of major airport projects from concept to completion
  • Plan and execute environmental compliance audits and compliance plans
  • Interpret federal and state environmental regulations related to airport operations
  • Guide and mentor junior scientists within aviation environmental programs
  • Oversee preparation of large environmental data sets and technical reports
  • Lead development of assessment reports and presentations for clients and regulatory agencies
  • Identify new project opportunities and assist in proposal development.

Benefits

  • Play a key role in enhancing airport safety and operational efficiency
  • Collaborate with experts on complex, high-visibility projects
  • Expand leadership impact by mentoring team members.
Full Job Description
Advance Aviation Projects as a Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist - Support Airports That Keep Communities Moving

Are you ready to apply your environmental expertise to infrastructure that keeps airports operating safely, efficiently, and in compliance? Do you thrive on navigating complex regulations, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and supporting projects that connect communities on a regional and national scale?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist to join our Aviation Team in Providence, RI. In this role, you will support aviation projects that balance operational needs with environmental responsibility-helping airport sponsors advance critical initiatives while meeting regulatory requirements and long-term sustainability goals.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead the technical execution of major projects-from concept through completion-by planning, scheduling, and coordinating detailed project phases supporting aviation and airport infrastructure
  • Plan, lead, and execute environmental compliance audits and compliance plans (including SWPPPs and SPCC plans) supporting existing clients with ongoing environmental compliance programs
  • Interpret and apply federal and state environmental regulations, evaluating regulated airport operations, assessing compliance risk, and recommending practical, defensible improvements
  • Guide and mentor junior to mid-level scientists, fostering growth and technical excellence within aviation environmental programs
  • Oversee the preparation of large, complex environmental data sets, technical reports, and design tasks, serving as a trusted advocate for quality control, consistency, and compliance excellence
  • Lead the development of assessment reports and other reporting elements, as well as external presentations for clients, the public, and regulatory agencies
  • Identify new project opportunities and assist with proposal development, including technical scope and budget estimates


What You Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field required
  • Minimum of 10 years of related experience required
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word & Excel required
  • Previous airport experience preferred
  • Knowledge of primary federal and state environmental regulatory programs required (CWA, CAA, RCRA, EPCRA, etc.)
  • Compliance auditing experience preferred
  • Proficient theoretical scientific knowledge and ability to work in a team environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Ability to work in the field under various weather conditions and physically navigate diverse environments


Why You'll Love It Here:

  • Play a key role in aviation projects that enhance airport safety, operational efficiency, and environmental responsibility
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts and trusted airport partners on highly visible, technically complex initiatives
  • Expand your leadership impact by mentoring team members and shaping best practices in aviation environmental compliance

Curious about the impactful work our Aviation team is doing? Discover our specialized solutions for airside, landside, and facility-related airport infrastructure by visiting: https://www.chasolutions.com/solutions/aviation/.

Salary Range:

$100,000 - $120,000

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.

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About CHA Consulting, Inc.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company offers services in the areas of transportation, water resources, environmental, facilities, and energy. CHA Consulting, Inc. was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Albany, New York. The company has more than 1,400 employees and operates offices across the United States and Canada.
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