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Introduction At IBM Finance & Operations, we are the backbone of IBMu2019s transformation driving efficiency, transparency, and smart decision-making across the business. Our teams provide the insight and discipline that guide strategy, ensure financial strength, and enable IBM to invest in innovation and growth. Working in Finance & Operations means combining analytical skills with collaboration and curiosity. Youu2019ll partner with colleagues across functions and geographies, using data, technology, and process excellence to create solutions that improve performance and deliver measurable impact. IBM offers continuous learning, career development, and a culture that values diverse perspectives. Join us and be part of a global team that keeps IBM moving forward, while building your own future in a dynamic and evolving environment. Your role and responsibilities IBM is seeking an experienced environmental compliance professional with strong technical skills in management of air, hazardous waste, chemical bulk storage, petroleum bulk storage, and water discharge (SPDES) programs to join the Global Real Estate team based in Poughkeepsie, NY. This role will directly support compliance with IBM corporate environmental programs as well as local, state, and federal environmental this role, you will work closely with site operations, facility engineering, design and construction, and external regulators to develop work plans for regulatory compliance of critical site programs and projects that intersect with air, chemical, and hazardous waste programs. This will include developing alternative analysis and compliance approach strategies that best support business needs. You will lead environmental reporting and inspections with New York state (NYDEC) and federal environmental regulators and interact with agencies in support of facilities operations and assess and plan for emerging regulatory requirements.Primary responsibilities include: Serves as single point of contact for environmental compliance and permitting programs listed above across the IBM Global Real Estate portfolio Ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations, permits, and internal IBM environmental policies Support all aspects of permitting and reporting including interfacing with regulatory agencies (NYSDEC, EPA and Army Corp of Engineering) during inspections Manage all internal and external audits of relevant environmental programs Provide oversight and expertise on all aspects of air, water, chemical, and petroleum programs across the IBM Real Estate Portfolio Oversee Hudson River Water Withdrawal Projects and manage interactions with the US Army Corp and Engineers to develop mitigation options and required permitting Meet stakeholder needs while maintaining detailed systems processes and environmental records Proactively identify operational challenges and collaborate and communicate effectively with internal business teams to develop solutions. Required technical and professional expertise Degree in chemical, mechanical or environmental engineering Experience in air emissions program management including air emissions inventory, Title V/Air State Facility permits/Air Facility registration, NESHAP, NSPS, and refrigerant management Experience in chemical and petroleum program management including chemical and petroleum bulk storage, spill prevention, control and countermeasure, AST/UST and MOSF state and federal regulations Strong strategic thinking, data analysis, and project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and provide sound recommendations to senior leadership Experience interpreting laboratory results and ensuring the quality and accuracy of reportable data Excellent written and oral communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across diverse internal and external teams Highly collaborative, adaptable, and willing to support broader sustainability initiatives aligned with IBMu2019s mission to innovate using advanced technologies Preferred technical and professional experience Knowledge of key federal and New York state environmental laws and programs, including but not limited to Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act Experience with Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001) Experience in environmental incident and chemical management RCRA, DOT, and IATA/ICAO training certificationsIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.