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Senior Environmental Specialist / Project Manager – Industrial Pretreatment Programs

Woburn, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid

$120k–$140k/yr

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We are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Specialist / Project Manager to lead industrial pretreatment permitting and compliance projects for municipal and industrial clients throughout New England. This positio…

Skills: Industrial Pretreatment, Permit Development, Compliance Auditing, Client Management, Wastewater Regulations

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Senior Environmental Specialist / Project Manager – Industrial Pretreatment Programs

Practical Applications, Inc.

Woburn, Massachusetts, United States • Hybrid

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  • $120k–$140k/yr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Annual Performance Bonus, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401(k), Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule, Professional Development And Certification Support
  • Posted 13d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Lead industrial pretreatment permitting and compliance projects for municipal and industrial clients in New England. Manage projects from proposal to completion, including permit development, compliance auditing, and regulatory coordination.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Science, Chemistry, or Civil Engineering with 8-15 years of relevant experience. Must have strong knowledge of EPA Pretreatment Regulations and NPDES permitting.

Full job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Specialist / Project Manager to lead industrial pretreatment permitting and compliance projects for municipal and industrial clients throughout New England. This position offers the opportunity to serve as a technical expert and trusted advisor while managing complex regulatory and permitting programs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial wastewater regulations, pretreatment program management, permit development, compliance auditing, and client management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage municipal and industrial pretreatment program projects from proposal through completion.
  • Prepare and review industrial discharge permits and permit modifications.
  • Conduct Significant Industrial User (SIU) inspections and compliance evaluations.
  • Interpret and apply federal, state, and local pretreatment regulations.
  • Develop permitting strategies and compliance plans for industrial clients.
  • Support POTW pretreatment program implementation and optimization.
  • Review industrial wastewater treatment operations and monitoring programs.
  • Prepare technical reports, compliance assessments, and regulatory submissions.
  • Coordinate with regulatory agencies, municipal officials, and industrial facilities.
  • Manage project budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
  • Support proposal development and business growth initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, or related field.
  • 8–15 years of experience in environmental consulting, wastewater compliance, or pretreatment program management.
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • EPA Pretreatment Regulations (40 CFR Part 403)
    • NPDES permitting
    • Industrial wastewater regulations
    • Permit development and compliance management
  • Experience working directly with municipal pretreatment programs and industrial facilities.
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and client relationships simultaneously.

Preferred

  • Experience with local limits development.
  • Experience supporting POTW program audits.
  • Existing relationships with municipal or industrial clients in New England.
  • Business development and proposal-writing experience.

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary: $120,000–$140,000
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Health, and dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Flexible hybrid work schedule
  • Professional development and certification support
  • Opportunity for advancement into Senior Project Manager or Practice Leader roles

Ideal Candidate

You are a technical expert in industrial pretreatment who enjoys solving complex compliance challenges, advising clients, and managing projects. You have the confidence to work independently, the experience to guide clients through regulatory requirements, and the leadership skills to grow long-term client relationships.


Salary Range: $120,000–$140,000 annually, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and project management responsibilities. Bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits included.

Related keywords

Industrial Pretreatment40 CFR Part 403NPDESPOTWIndustrial WastewaterEnvironmental ConsultingCompliance ManagementSIU InspectionsLocal LimitsPermitting StrategiesEnvironmental EngineeringRegulatory Submissions

About Practical Applications, Inc.

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Practical Applications Inc. offers high quality Process Water Engineering Consulting, Service and Equipment.

Industry
Environmental Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1993
Headquarters
Woburn, MA
LinkedIn followers
729

Practical Applications Inc. is a leader in water and wastewater treatment. We offer the best in process water systems, water and wastewater services, engineering consulting services and wastewater operator training. For the past 25 years, our services have helped hundreds of companies stay within MWRA compliance.

Offices: 8 Adele Road, Woburn, MA 01801, US

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About Practical Applications, Inc.

LinkedInVisit site

Practical Applications Inc. offers high quality Process Water Engineering Consulting, Service and Equipment.

Industry
Environmental Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1993
Headquarters
Woburn, MA
LinkedIn followers
729

Practical Applications Inc. is a leader in water and wastewater treatment. We offer the best in process water systems, water and wastewater services, engineering consulting services and wastewater operator training. For the past 25 years, our services have helped hundreds of companies stay within MWRA compliance.

Offices: 8 Adele Road, Woburn, MA 01801, US

Wastewater Operator TrainingWater PurificationProfessional ServicesWater
View all jobs at Practical Applications, Inc.

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