Environmental Compliance Specialist

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

We are seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist (CS Project Manager 2), focusing on stormwater compliance. Come join us! This position is in central Connecticut and is a hybrid position, in office approximately three days a week and work from home approximately two days a week.

The ideal candidate would provide support to clients in meeting federal, state, and local environmental rules and regulations specific to SPCC Plans and stormwater permitting.

Key Responsibilities

• MS4 Program Management — Lead implementation of CT DEEP MS4 General Permit requirements, including SWPPP updates, annual reporting, and Minimum Control Measure compliance. Advising and assisting clients in determining the applicability of rules and regulations and obtaining or renewing necessary permits. Developing and presenting compliant solutions that enhance business operations, continuity, and growth.
• IDDE Oversight — Coordinate dry-weather screening, outfall prioritization, mapping updates, and illicit discharge investigations for municipal systems.
• Regulatory Compliance — Ensure adherence to CT DEEP stormwater permits (MS4, industrial, construction), prepare compliance documentation, and support inspections. Advising and assisting clients in meeting plan and permit obligations such as permitting, no exposure, inspections, discharge monitoring, BMP implementation, and reporting.
• Developing compliant SPCC Plans and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) for clients.
• Industrial & Commercial Support — Assist facilities with SWPPPs, routine inspections, benchmark monitoring, corrective actions, and permit renewals. Training clients and employees in SPCC Plan and stormwater requirements. Performing regulatory compliance audits to review client operations to ensure they adhere to all relevant environmental laws and regulations.
• GIS & Field Operations — Coordinate field assessments, catch basin inspections, drainage mapping, and data management using GIS platforms.
• BMP Development — Recommend, design, and track stormwater BMPs for municipalities and private clients, including post-construction and good-housekeeping measures.
• Erosion & Sediment Control — Prepare and review E&S plans, evaluate construction-phase controls, ensure compliance with CT DEEP Construction General Permit, and coordinate field inspections for stabilization and BMP effectiveness.
• Stormwater System Design — Support design and review of municipal and commercial stormwater infrastructure, including hydrologic/hydraulic calculations, drainage system layout, conveyance sizing, and integration of LID/green infrastructure features.
• Project Management: Conducting client and project management activities including proposal writing, cost estimation, oversight, invoicing, etc.
• Environmental Regulatory Compliance: As need and opportunity dictate, assist in facility audits and assessments, preparation of Form R reports, Tier 2 reports, Form S reports and TURA Plans (MA), hazardous waste biennial reports and contingency plans, air emissions reporting and air emissions permit preparation, wastewater permits, including SIU and non SIU pretreatment permits, wastewater reports and sampling, and solvent management plans.
• Environmental Regulatory Compliance Training: As need and opportunity dictate, prepare and conduct training classes for clients in support of regulatory programs they may be subject to, as described above.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental studies, ecological sciences, or another related technical field.
• At least 5 years of practical experience with environmental compliance requirements, especially related to SPCC Plans and stormwater discharges.
• At least 1 year of stormwater project management experience, with multiple years a plus.
• Preferred but not required – CHMM or other professional certifications (e.g. EIT, P.E., CSP)

• Experience with stormwater and SPCC Plan regulatory programs.

• Proficient in regulatory research and interpretation.

• Knowledge of basic chemical/physical science parameters including but not limited to flash point, boiling point, pH, solubility, and density.

• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment.

• Skilled at effectively communicating complex information to clients and stakeholders in a meaningful and accurate way.

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• High degree of personal accountability for work quality.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and electronic communication skills.

• Proficiency in technical reporting writing.

• Strong planning and organizational skills.

• Knowledge and/or experience with other environmental regulatory programs (e.g., air, wastewater, toxics reporting, hazardous waste, etc.) is preferred and a definite plus, but not required.
• Experience conducting training classes is preferred but not required.

• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Career Level: Senior
• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

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Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!