Permitting Specialist

Description

• Reviews and comments on proposed laws and regulations as they apply to company operations.
• Review Project scope and determine applicable permits. This is inclusive of municipal building permits, variances, special use permits, agency stream, wetlands, PSC Article VII or Part 102, CT
• Conducts SWPPP inspections, oversee contracted SWPPP inspectors or environmental monitors, and conducts environmental inspections at construction projects.
• Escalates issues when necessary.
• Develop or coordinate the development of the required environmental permits.
• Participates in project teams and participates in regular program/project planning, execution, and delivery team meetings.
• Represents the company at public or regulatory meetings.
• Manages or oversee implementation and inspection of wildlife, agriculture or wetland mitigation/management plans, and other regulatory requirements of permits which extend beyond construction phase of project.
• Verifies project adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements.
• Manages progress against plans, performs risk assessments, and takes action to mitigate risks.
• Develops or oversee the development of SWPPPs.

Requirements

• PMP Preferred
• Siting Counsel, Army Corps, Natural Heritage or SHPO consultation, coastal zone development, DOT, FAA, etc.
• 5-7 years of experience obtaining Environmental Regulatory Permits with state, federal and municipal agencies to achieve permits to meet project goals and execution schedules.
• MBA Preferred
• B.S. Environment Engineering or related field
• Experience working in team environment to site facilities in the energy sector minimizing environmental, visual and customer impacts considering the companies and projects business requirements.
• Experience in the functional area under which it will be contracted: Substations, T&D, Gas-Hydro, and OSG.
• PE Preferred
• Experienced in the drafting, editing and interpreting studies for the development, submission, and acquisition of certificates to build or other regulatory filings.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible work environment and opportunities for advancement.
• Exposure to industry-leading clients and partners.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP).

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance