Fuss & O'Neill

Department: Civil/Environmental

Location: New Haven, CT

Description

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.

Fuss & O’Neill is seeking a Senior Compliance Professional to join our New Haven, CT office. This role is ideal for an experienced environmental professional who enjoys solving complex regulatory challenges, mentoring others, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable, compliant solutions for our clients.

As a Senior Compliance Professional, you will manage and support a variety of environmental compliance projects involving air, water, and waste programs. You’ll apply your deep knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations to guide clients through permitting, reporting, and operational requirements while ensuring projects meet both technical and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of relevant environmental compliance or regulatory experience
• Professional certification (e.g., PE, LEP, CHMM) preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with environmental modeling and reporting software a plus
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Skilled in drafting comprehensive reports, compliance documentation, and technical memoranda
• Demonstrated experience managing teams and complex, multi-stakeholder projects
• In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations – strong working knowledge of both federal and state environmental laws and permitting processes
• Occasional travel to client sites within New England (approximately 10–20%)
  
  

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support projects involving environmental compliance, permitting, and reporting.
• Prepare and review technical reports, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory submissions.
• Conduct air permitting calculations and oversee wastewater and industrial stormwater permitting efforts.
• Develop and implement Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans and stormwater management plans.
• Provide hazardous waste management support and ensure contract compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and regulatory agencies to achieve client and project objectives.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to staff development within the compliance team.
• Stay current with evolving federal and state environmental regulations and assess their impact on client operations.
  
  

This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds—collaborate in-office with a high-performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We're committed to supporting work-life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

Benefits

• Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
• Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
• Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
• Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.
  
  

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position

All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Fuss & O’Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program.