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Environmental Compliance Managers qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupation roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field. Employers in manufacturing, energy, consulting, and government contracting regularly file LCAs through DOL and sponsor H-1B petitions for this role.
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Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: EH&S
Location: Colorado, Gilbert, AZ Dallas, TX
Reports to: EH&S Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Exempt
About Loenbro
Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries, and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.
At Loenbro, we don't just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.
Job Summary
Loenbro is seeking a highly skilled Environmental Compliance Manager with expertise in environmental laws and regulations. The Environmental Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all environmental compliance obligations for Loenbro are met diligently and timely. The candidate will primarily manage the comprehensive environmental compliance program and air permitting support for the team.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Independently develop, prepare, and submit environmental compliance reports and air permit applications in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements, serving as the technical owner and primary author of deliverables.
- Lead and execute air permitting efforts, including Federal Title V, minor source permits, NSRs, and PBRs, from applicability determination through final agency submittal.
- Ensure the facility-specific environmental compliance matrix, calendars, and all environmental permits are current and accurate, and that all facility systems and processes comply with permit conditions.
- Provide environmental compliance support to various OpEx and CapEx projects as needed.
- Perform hands-on environmental compliance audits at facilities and provide direct regulatory determinations, corrective actions, and compliance strategies.
- Develop, prepare, and implement environmental compliance programs across wastewater, stormwater, hazardous waste, and EPCRA (Tier II, Form R/TRI 312 and 313 reporting).
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual air quality, water quality, and waste compliance reports for various regulatory agencies, including the State and Regional Water Quality Control Boards, US EPA, and local Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPA).
- Ensure efficient and timely execution of all required monitoring, sampling, analysis, testing, internal inspections, instrument calibrations, and recordkeeping per applicable permits and regulations.
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Environmental Management System.
- Participate in the company's internal and external environmental audits as required to drive continuous improvements in the company's environmental compliance performance.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- 7+ years of proven environmental compliance experience with a strong working knowledge of environmental regulations, with a focus on air permitting.
- A bachelor's degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively in a team environment and independently.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
- Seasoned technical writer; able to produce regulatory-quality permits, compliance reports, and agency responses from technical data and engineering analyses.
- Willingness to work flexible hours occasionally in response to emergencies.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Work may require travel to other facilities occasionally.
Preferred:
- Extensive experience with environmental compliance management in an industrial facility.
- Experience in air quality compliance, especially related to Title V major sources, and the EPA is highly desirable. Substantial knowledge and experience in water compliance, especially with site-specific NPDES permits or IGP permits, will also be considered favorable.
Benefits
Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
- Life and disability insurance
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.
Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities. If you're ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:
- Living with Integrity
- Exceeding Expectations
- Acting with Urgency
- Delivering Excellence
…we want to hear from you.
Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Title: Environmental Compliance Manager
Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: EH&S
Location: Colorado, Gilbert, AZ Dallas, TX
Reports to: EH&S Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Exempt
About Loenbro
Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries, and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.
At Loenbro, we don't just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.
Job Summary
Loenbro is seeking a highly skilled Environmental Compliance Manager with expertise in environmental laws and regulations. The Environmental Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all environmental compliance obligations for Loenbro are met diligently and timely. The candidate will primarily manage the comprehensive environmental compliance program and air permitting support for the team.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Independently develop, prepare, and submit environmental compliance reports and air permit applications in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements, serving as the technical owner and primary author of deliverables.
- Lead and execute air permitting efforts, including Federal Title V, minor source permits, NSRs, and PBRs, from applicability determination through final agency submittal.
- Ensure the facility-specific environmental compliance matrix, calendars, and all environmental permits are current and accurate, and that all facility systems and processes comply with permit conditions.
- Provide environmental compliance support to various OpEx and CapEx projects as needed.
- Perform hands-on environmental compliance audits at facilities and provide direct regulatory determinations, corrective actions, and compliance strategies.
- Develop, prepare, and implement environmental compliance programs across wastewater, stormwater, hazardous waste, and EPCRA (Tier II, Form R/TRI 312 and 313 reporting).
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual air quality, water quality, and waste compliance reports for various regulatory agencies, including the State and Regional Water Quality Control Boards, US EPA, and local Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPA).
- Ensure efficient and timely execution of all required monitoring, sampling, analysis, testing, internal inspections, instrument calibrations, and recordkeeping per applicable permits and regulations.
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Environmental Management System.
- Participate in the company's internal and external environmental audits as required to drive continuous improvements in the company's environmental compliance performance.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- 7+ years of proven environmental compliance experience with a strong working knowledge of environmental regulations, with a focus on air permitting.
- A bachelor's degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively in a team environment and independently.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
- Seasoned technical writer; able to produce regulatory-quality permits, compliance reports, and agency responses from technical data and engineering analyses.
- Willingness to work flexible hours occasionally in response to emergencies.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Work may require travel to other facilities occasionally.
Preferred:
- Extensive experience with environmental compliance management in an industrial facility.
- Experience in air quality compliance, especially related to Title V major sources, and the EPA is highly desirable. Substantial knowledge and experience in water compliance, especially with site-specific NPDES permits or IGP permits, will also be considered favorable.
Benefits
Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
- Life and disability insurance
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.
Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities. If you're ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:
- Living with Integrity
- Exceeding Expectations
- Acting with Urgency
- Delivering Excellence
…we want to hear from you.
Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Compliance Manager
Align your credentials to SOC codes
Environmental Compliance Managers are typically classified under SOC 11-9199 or 17-2081. Pull your O*NET profile for your exact title and confirm your degree field matches before applying. Mismatched credentials are a common RFE trigger for this role.
Target regulated-industry employers first
Companies in oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, utilities, and aerospace face mandatory EPA and state compliance requirements. These employers hire Environmental Compliance Managers year-round and are far more likely to have existing H-1B sponsorship infrastructure than general consulting firms.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wage rates for your SOC code and target metro area. Your offer must meet or exceed the certified LCA wage, so knowing the floor before negotiating protects both your petition and your salary.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by occupation and location on Migrate Mate to find employers with confirmed LCA filing history for environmental compliance roles. This cuts out companies that claim to sponsor but have no DOL disclosure record for your job category.
Confirm the employer files cap-subject H-1Bs
Government agencies and some nonprofits are cap-exempt, meaning they don't go through the annual lottery. If you're coming off OPT or another cap-subject status, clarify early whether the employer files cap-subject or cap-exempt petitions, since the timeline and process differ significantly.
Request the LCA before signing an offer
Your employer must file and receive a certified LCA from DOL before submitting the I-129 to USCIS. Ask for confirmation of LCA filing status during the offer stage. Delays at this step are the most common reason Environmental Compliance Manager H-1B timelines slip past the intended start date.
H-1B Visa Environmental Compliance Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Compliance Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS treats Environmental Compliance Manager positions as specialty occupations when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, chemistry, or a closely related field. If the job description accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of field, the employer may face an RFE challenging specialty occupation status. Employers strengthen the petition by tying specific compliance duties to degree-level knowledge in a defined field.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for this role?
Manufacturing, oil and gas, chemical processing, utilities, aerospace, and environmental consulting firms generate the most H-1B LCA filings for Environmental Compliance Manager positions. These industries operate under strict EPA, OSHA, and state environmental regulations that require dedicated compliance staff. You can browse employers with confirmed filing history for this occupation on Migrate Mate before applying.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect this role specifically?
The employer must certify on the LCA that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code, job level, and worksite location. For Environmental Compliance Managers, wages vary significantly by industry and region. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the applicable level before you negotiate, since the certified wage becomes the legal floor for your entire H-1B period.
Can I change employers mid-H-1B if I'm working as an Environmental Compliance Manager?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you transfer to a new employer once your I-129 has been pending for 180 days or is approved, as long as the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. For Environmental Compliance Managers, a move between regulated industries typically qualifies, but a shift into a general management role with no compliance duties could raise a portability challenge.
What documentation should I gather before an employer files my H-1B petition?
You'll need academic transcripts and degree certificates showing a qualifying field of study, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., any professional licenses relevant to your state's environmental compliance requirements, and a detailed job description tying your duties to specialized knowledge. Some states require specific certifications for certain compliance functions, so confirm whether your target employer's role carries any state-level licensing obligations before the petition is filed.