Environmental Area Manager

Environmental Area Manager – Michigan Water Resources Permitting Carmeuse is seeking an experienced Environmental Area Manager to lead environmental compliance and permitting efforts across operations in Michigan. This role will serve as the primary internal resource for Michigan Water Resources Permits (Part 301), while supporting environmental programs related to air, land, and water compliance. The successful candidate will partner with operations, engineering, regulatory agencies, and consultants to ensure compliance, manage environmental reporting, oversee permitting activities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers a flexible Michigan-based location (Gulliver, Cedarville, Drummond Island, Rogers City, or Lansing).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of environmental experience in heavy industry, mining, or similar operations
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting requirements
• Experience with Michigan wetlands permitting (Part 303), wetland delineation, or mitigation banking is a plus
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring a safe work environment in the execution of all duties and activities.
• Internal representative coordinating all efforts relating to Water Resources Permits covered under part 301 of Michigan regulations. This includes and is not limited to working with operations to confirm compliance and coordinating Hydro studies supporting parts 301 & 303.
• Understand technical aspects of operations and provide technical support on permitting and regulatory obligations to operations and other departments.
• Plan and conduct operations to enable Carmeuse to meet business objectives efficiently and avoid disruption to the business including, but not limited to permit/plan administration, water usage record administration, water sampling, opacity readings, internal/external reporting, GHG audit, stack testing, alternative fuel sourcing/permitting, inspections and communications, etc.
• Avoid unexpected costs arising from environmental obligations.
• Work with operations and engineering to understand process emissions and develop data.
• Interact with government environmental personnel.
• Engage outside consultants to conduct environmental testing as required
• Report to government agencies as required for emissions, water usage, compliance, deviation, TRI, etc.
• Maintain Environmental Management System and support environmental initiatives.
• Perform environmental audits and provide environmental training.
• Be contact person for neighbor relations and assist with the development of public relations strategies.
• Meetings and conference calls as necessary for environmental practices standardization and continuous improvement.
• Possible property and Asset management obligations.
• Perform as an active member and in the Area Operations management team and play a key role in the area’s management review process
• Communicate best practices across the region and share these best practices with peers across North America.
• Travel to all facilities within Canada and the US to assist and provide leadership in Environmental programs and initiatives.
• Ensure contractors comply with all Carmeuse and government regulations while on company property

Why Join Carmeuse? We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness programs, volunteer time, and opportunities for professional growth.

You will be part of Carmeuse North America, a Rock-Star team of 2500 workers and employees bringing with them their own culture and specific needs. The North American headquarters is located in Pittsburgh, PA and has over three dozen production facilities across the U.S. and Canada.

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Carmeuse started out as a small family-run business in Belgium.

Today it’s a leading global producer of lime, high calcium limestone and dolomitic stone. Its products are essential to energy producers, environmental services, construction and manufacturing.

With over 90 production facilities spread across almost every continent, and over 4,500 employees working at Carmeuse every day, the company’s most treasured resources are its people.

Carmeuse is dedicated to maintaining a workplace that fosters equal opportunity and creates a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.