Environmental Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

PROJECT MANAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

Schedule: Onsite, Monday - Friday; Business hours

About Carvana

If you like disrupting the norm and are looking to join a company revolutionizing an industry then you will LOVE what Carvana has done for the car buying experience. Buying a car the old fashioned way sucks and we are working hard to make it NOT suck. I mean, have you seen our vending machine?!

We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit is evident at Carvana and everyday we let our passions and creativity foster innovation. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do. Here are a few of our stories! We've been changing the game since 2013, and we're not taking our foot off the gas now. Want more of the story? Check out our background here. 

About the team and position

We're looking for an Environmental professional to join our EHS team and support our mission to continue to build strong environmental compliance initiatives and programs. The Project Manager is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and monitoring of the organization's environmental programs and initiatives with a primary focus on environmental compliance and air quality. The Project Manager plays a main role in the collection and management of environmental data, operational data, and other records required for compliance and regulatory reporting. 

The Project Manager, Environmental Health and Safety leads air-quality compliance for assigned Carvana and ADESA facilities nationwide. This role manages air permits, emissions reporting, regulatory obligations, inspections, facility changes, and agency interactions. The position also supports broader environmental compliance programs, including hazardous materials, environmental training, EPA identification numbers, SPCC, and site permitting.

What you'll be doing

• Manage air permits, registrations, renewals, fees, and supporting records.
• Prepare or oversee emissions inventories, rolling totals, throughput calculations, certifications, and required reports.
• Gather information from facilities nationwide and prepare environmental reports, such as Tier II, air compliance reports, waste reports, and wastewater discharge reports
• Review and manage revisions to environmental plans, such as spill prevention, control, and countermeasure (SPCC), stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP), and waste contingency plans
• Evaluate VOC limits, coating and solvent requirements, and product compliance questions.
• Prepare facilities for air inspections, records requests, and agency follow-up.
• Support permitting for new facilities, expansions, and equipment changes.
• Manage environmental data including but not limited to air emissions, wastewater, chemical usage, and waste generation
• Prepare and facilitate environmental trainings
• Provide environmental compliance support to operating locations, including on site as needed.
• Work collaboratively with the EHS staff in a dynamic environment
• Perform multiple projects within schedule expectations
• Communicate with Carvana employees, consultants, vendors, and contractors
• Monitor programs and performance to track compliance and effectiveness of all EHS initiatives.
• Analyze data to identify trends, monitor program performance, and report on progress.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships within the EHS team, Carvana's on-site Inspection Center leadership teams, and various other internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with EHS regulations
• Collaborate with outside consultants as needed
• Directly interface with regulators and inspectors as needed
• Other tasks related to environmental affairs and health and safety as assigned by team leadership

What you should know/have

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, or related field
• At least 3 years of relevant experience (including graduate work) within the Environmental compliance or environmental Health and Safety field
• Direct experience with air permitting, emissions reporting, air compliance records, or stationary-source regulatory compliance.
• Self-Driven and must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated competence applying for, implementing, and managing environmental permits.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation including RCRA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and SARA Title III
• Strong analytical and data-driven skill set
• Experience working closely and communicating effectively with a diverse set of stakeholders in an ever-changing, rapid growth environment with tight deadlines;
• Ability to multitask, set priorities, maintain flexibility, and work independently with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of how to utilize Google suite
• Willingness to travel domestically as needed, up to 25%

We'd love it if you also have

• REM, CHMM
• Direct experience with vehicle refinishing, surface coating, VOC/HAP compliance, and multi-site operations
• A background in engineering and/or consulting
• Experience working in a production focused environment

What we'll offer in return

• Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more..
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skillset and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
• A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country

Other requirements

To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Of course, we'll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. 

Legal stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check.  This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer.  All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.  Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.