Project Scientist- Air Quality

At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions. Employee ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment. Weston has continued to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years. In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future.

Project Scientists - Air Quality provides direct technical support and task leadership for air quality permitting and compliance work, under the direction of a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager. This role supports air quality and related environmental projects from start-up through completion by conducting fieldwork, collecting and interpreting data, performing basic calculations and analysis, preparing permit applications and regulatory guidance documents, and assisting with compliance plans and periodic regulatory reporting. Project Scientists balance multiple assignments of moderate complexity and may manage simple tasks or projects while collaborating closely with internal teams and clients.

Location: Remote (with travel as needed)

Expected Outcomes:

• Lead and execute assigned air quality tasks, coordinating data collection, field activities, and documentation to meet project requirements, quality standards, budgets, and deadlines.
• Support air quality permitting and compliance projects, including preparation and maintenance of permit applications and supporting documentation (e.g., Title V, NNSR, PSD, minor source/state/local construction and operating permits) and associated compliance records.
• Assist with air quality impact analyses, emissions-related evaluations, and preparation of emissions inventories and reporting (e.g., EIR), as applicable to project scope.
• Conduct field investigations at client sites to observe processes and control equipment, collect operating and environmental data, and ensure data quality and defensibility.
• Compile, evaluate, and interpret air and environmental data (e.g., operating data, monitoring data, control device information); perform basic calculations and assessments to support compliance demonstrations; and summarize results in clear tables, figures, and technical narratives.
• Assist with regulatory applicability and compliance evaluations under state, federal, and local regulations; summarize requirements and recommended compliance approaches for review by project leadership.
• Prepare environmental guidance documents, compliance plans, and periodic regulatory reports and submittals, including permit-required reports and deviation or incident summaries.
• Contribute to broader environmental programs and plans where air compliance intersects with other requirements, such as SWPPP, SPCC, and CERCLA/RCRA-related documentation.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team; collaborate with peers, senior staff, and clients to build and strengthen relationships.
• Participate in team and client meetings, provide concise task and project status updates, and support collaborative problem-solving.
• Track task and project budgets, hours, and schedules; use time effectively to complete work within assigned timeframes; and promptly communicate anticipated variances to the Project Manager or Senior Project Manager.
• Maintain confidentiality consistent with Weston and client expectations.
• Apply and reinforce company and client safety procedures and OSHA requirements, complete required safety training, and proactively identify and communicate job-site hazards.
• Support continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned, participating in training, and staying current on applicable air regulations and industry trends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Natural Science, or a related environmental field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• 6+ years of related experience, including air quality permitting and/or environmental compliance work (industrial, municipal, and/or federal clientele preferred).
• Working knowledge of air quality regulatory concepts such as major/minor source permitting, permit conditions and limits, compliance monitoring and recordkeeping, and the interface between air programs and other environmental programs.
• Understanding of relevant technical concepts such as chemical processes and emissions control technologies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to organize, interpret, and present technical data; solid record-keeping in field notes, forms, and electronic systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with Windows OS, PDF editors (e.g., Adobe or Foxit), and Google Earth; experience with environmental/mapping tools (e.g., ArcGIS/AutoCAD) is a plus.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professional ethics and sound judgment.
• Ability to work well in a team-driven environment, setting expectations and providing input and feedback in a way that supports accountability.
• Ability to travel as needed for fieldwork and client meetings, including single-day and multi-day assignments.

Physical & Field Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors at active construction, industrial, and remediation sites, including walking long distances on varied terrain, climbing ladders, and working at elevation.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods while performing field or facility-based duties.
• For work in hazardous, toxic, remedial waste, or chemical environments: ability to meet physical and medical requirements for wearing and working in appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

We fully invest in our people: Weston provides a generous, comprehensive benefits package program that offers employees high value options with solid financial protection, meeting the personal needs of its people and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions.
• Paid time off includes personal, holiday and parental.
• Life and disability plans.
• Critical illness and accident plans.
• Work/Life flexibility.
• Professional development opportunities.

Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.