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Job Description
Lead and develop a diverse team to successfully implement and manage comprehensive environmental permitting strategies for the design, construction, and operation of processing facilities, pipelines, terminals, and related infrastructure. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements by coordinating internal and external resources, maintaining strong stakeholder alignment, and proactively addressing permitting challenges to support the company’s environmental and operational objectives.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for leading and developing a team of diverse professionals (both in office and remote) to achieve Company environmental and regulatory project and operations objectives.
- Responsible for the implementation of overall environmental permitting strategies for the successful design, construction, and operations of processing facilities, pipelines, terminals and associated infrastructure.
- Manage and coordinate internal & external resources to navigate and successfully complete permitting actions in accordance with requirements of key regulatory authorities including (but not limited to): Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and other applicable Fed/State/Local authorities.
- Formulate, plan and execute complex permitting strategies that keep all impacted internal and external stakeholders aligned on all project and operational goals and objectives while ensuring scheduling and budgeting goals are maintained.
- Communicate with the overall project team, properly relay critical permitting details, understand constructability concerns and needs and how permit constraints can affect construction, and provide pertinent updates during project meetings.
- Collaborate with Commercial, Government Affairs, Operations, and other relevant groups to make sure all parties are apprised of permitting needs and potential obstructions and actively formulate proactive contingency plans to overcome all obstacles to meet project and operations objectives.
- Communicate project and permitting specifics with the appropriate regulatory officials.
- Develop and maintain partnerships/relationships with key external resource providers / consultants.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements
Education:
Bachelors or Masters degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or related degrees. Other degrees or experience will be considered if applicable to environmental permitting and compliance in the oil and gas industry.
Experience/Specific Knowledge:
- Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in environmental permitting and compliance with demonstrable increase in responsibility and independence.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of direct management experience of permitting resources within a project execution environment.
- Experience working in the energy transportation industry (oil, gas or electrical transmission)
- Experience working with state/federal/tribal environmental agencies.
Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
Competencies, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of pertinent regulations/programs including (but not limited to): CAA, CWA, ESA, NRHP, NPDES, MBTA and NEPA.
- General experience with CAA permitting & compliance activities in the midstream energy space.
- Experience with facility operational SPCC and response plans (ERP, FRP, etc).
- Experience with Due Diligence on Merger & Acquisition (M&A) projects.
- Experience with the development of scopes of work and request for proposal (RFP) packages.
- Knowledge of developing regulations, and how topics such as Environmental Justice are playing a role in permit acquisition.
- Inform all Stakeholders of potential NGO influence in permitting activities and help formulate plans to communicate and collaborate effectively with these groups.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong problem-solving orientation; experience working in multi-disciplinary teams
- Willingness to travel to project sites and/or agency office locations (up to 30% travel anticipated)
- Familiarity with processing, midstream and terminal construction a plus.
- Familiarity in working successfully within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Strong time management skills and ability to successfully manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines.
- Experience and ability to manage internal and external resources.
- Create and implement development plans to motivate and facilitate the growth of internal resources.
- Create a culture of accountability within the organization to ensure understanding and adherence to established objectives.
- Positive and energetic attitude; self-motivated with strong initiative.
- Excellent leadership and mentorship capabilities.
- Detail oriented; resourceful.
Physical Demands:
All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
- The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Working Conditions:
- May be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
- The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- Yes
About Us
Tallgrass was named one of the Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.
At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.
- Industry competitive pay
- Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- Infertility Coverage
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
- Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
- Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
- Identity theft protection
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
- Company vehicle (if applicable)
- Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
- Networking and employee engagement events
- Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.
Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.
EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.
