Air Quality Lead

Our Mountain Area Environmental Services Team is a dynamic group of over 40 professionals organized into specialized sub-teams including: Air Quality, Environmental Planning & Permitting, and Remediation & Investigation. Together, we deliver comprehensive environmental solutions across a diverse portfolio of clients and markets.

We support projects spanning the development of renewable energy infrastructure nationwide, perform site selection due diligence and dispersion modeling for data centers, conduct ecological field studies, manage landfill gas assessments, and provide expert guidance on complex air quality permitting for oil and gas operations and other industrial clients.

Operating with a strong culture of trust, collaboration, and client dedication, our team leads impactful work throughout Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Arizona, and Colorado.

Kleinfelder is seeking an Air Quality Leader to join our team in Utah. This candidate will foster relationships with clients, work closely with local operations, and will assist in the development of client-centric delivery teams that will position us for extraordinary growth in the years to come.  This candidate will support project management, technical execution, team leadership, and strategic client and business development for public and private sector clients in Utah and the surrounding states. The candidate for this position will sit in our Salt Lake City office and be in a position to leverage the Kleinfelder Ecosystem to expand this service line with existing and new clients. The selected candidate will work in our team-oriented environment, collaborating and communicating effectively, exercising project authority, and mentoring project team members, while work independently to accomplish goals and objectives. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

This individual will be responsible for management of Air Quality Permitting and Compliance projects, including, but not limited to:

• Management of permitting and compliance projects from initial client engagement and proposing to execution of projects.
• Serve internal and external Air Quality Permitting and Compliance point of contact.
• Provide technical expertise to clients with regards to air quality permitting and compliance.
• Provide high standard of quality assurance/quality control through review of project deliverables.
• Mentor and manage junior staff and project level compliance professionals.
• Develop and implement strategy for business development with existing and new clients.
• Provide health and safety support for projects.

EXPERIENCE & ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 10 years of related air quality experience with 5+ years of staff management experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of air quality consulting project management experience and proven responsibility with scope / schedule / budget.  
• Minimum of 5 years direct client engagement experience.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local air quality regulatory agency laws, regulations, and permitting requirements.
• Preferred experience in the following: 
• Air quality permitting
• Dispersion modeling 
• Title V permitting and compliance reporting
• Greenhouse gas analysis
• Annual emissions reporting
• Toxic Release Inventory reporting
• Compliance auditing
• Experience in the oil and gas, power, and industrial markets is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Engineering, Environmental Science, or other related field. Advanced degree(s) preferred.
• Advanced computer skills with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Professional License is not required but preferred. Ability to obtain professional registration in Utah (e.g., PE) a plus.

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Strong customer service emphasis and solution-oriented delivery.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of project risk management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet timelines.
• High attention to detail.
• Good judgment and sound decision-making skills.
• Willingness to provide career and technical mentorship.
• Staying current with relevant regulations and technology.
• Experience in providing leadership to diverse project teams on high-pressure, high-visibility projects.

POSITION CONDITIONS

• This position is performed in an office and field environment.
• Candidate must pass a medical surveillance that includes drug screening.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
• Up to 20% of time may be dedicated to field activities in varying environmental conditions including inclement weather.
• Some night and weekend work may be required for this position.
• May periodically require travel and stays outside of the Salt Lake City area.
• Personal vehicle use for travel to / from project site is expected. 

Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.  

Progress with an Employer that Values You 

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity.

We are proud to offer the following:  

Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.  Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $93,600- $146,432.  We will be accepting applications through 02/08/2026 (90 days from posting date).   

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.  

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)  

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES   

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.