Ryan Christman, P.E.
Cary,NC
Summary
Air quality subject matter expert and licensed professional engineer with 10+ years in project and stakeholder management, emphasizing air quality compliance and permitting. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams to navigate complex environmental regulations. Track record of achieving compliance and project success across various industries.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
SCS Engineers
Raleigh, NC
05.2025 - Current
- Led and directed air quality permitting processes across diverse industry sectors.
- Managed gross revenue of approximately $200,000 annually through strategic oversight.
- Coordinated business development initiatives across multiple units to drive growth.
Environmental Engineer
Archaea Energy
Cary, NC
03.2022 - 05.2025
- Led optimization efforts for GHG emissions methodologies for renewable natural gas and electric generation assets to advance sustainability goals.
- Directed permitting processes, ensuring compliance with Title V and PSD regulations for renewable projects across multiple states.
- Managed contracts and relationships with third-party testing firms, providing on-site oversight during stack testing events.
- Oversaw commissioning of new facilities by securing required environmental permits and associated plans.
- Resolved compliance issues by managing regulatory agency relationships, securing timely approvals for uninterrupted operations.
- Cultivated multi-stakeholder relationships for environmental compliance, including oversight of permitting and land-use considerations.
- Reviewed proposed EPA and state regulations to assess applicability and potential organizational impacts.
- Co-developed environmental compliance department from inception, establishing foundational practices.
Consulting Engineer
All4Staff
Raleigh, NC
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared complex air permit applications and emissions inventories for various manufacturing sectors.
- Delivered comprehensive regulatory summaries and developed strategies to expedite permitting timelines.
- Conducted Prevention of Significant Deterioration analyses for major modifications.
- Analyzed and visualized National Emissions Inventory data to benchmark wood pellet manufacturing emissions.
- Executed TRI reporting for pulp and paper, lumber, and tire manufacturing industries.
Senior Air Quality Engineer
SCS Engineers
Reston, VA
07.2016 - 04.2021
- Managed permitting and compliance processes for renewable energy projects, promoting sustainable practices for industrial clients.
- Directed air quality project efforts, balancing regulatory compliance with key milestones.
- Assessed air pollution control technology options based on feasibility studies.
- Reviewed remedial system data to pinpoint issues and develop engineering solutions.
EMIS Implementation Consultant
ERM
Houston, TX
09.2013 - 06.2015
- Implemented air quality-focused environmental management information systems (EMIS) solutions, primarily focused on Enablon solutions.
- Conducted complex air emissions calculations.
- Translated the contents of air permits into EMIS software to ensure clients met regulatory compliance standards.
- Trained colleagues on Enablon air quality software and air emissions calculations.
Education
Master of Science - Atmospheric Physics
Florida State University
Tallahassee12-2011
Bachelor of Science - Atmospheric Physics
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2009
Skills
- Title V Air Permitting
- Project Management
- Major and Minor NSR Permitting
- Air Emissions Calculations
- Dispersion Modeling (AERMOD)
- Water Discharge Permitting
- NSPS/NESHAP/MACT Compliance
- Hazardous Waste Compliance
Certification
- Professional Engineer (Virginia)
Timeline
Project Manager
SCS Engineers
05.2025 - Current
Environmental Engineer
Archaea Energy
03.2022 - 05.2025
Consulting Engineer
All4Staff
05.2021 - 02.2022
Senior Air Quality Engineer
SCS Engineers
07.2016 - 04.2021
EMIS Implementation Consultant
ERM
09.2013 - 06.2015
Master of Science - Atmospheric Physics
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science - Atmospheric Physics
Florida State University
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