Manager, Environmental Compliance and Strategy

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This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Position Overview

As a Manager on the Environmental Compliance & Strategy team, you will be responsible for the development of project-specific federal and / or state environmental strategies and compliance requirements to support the development, construction, and operation of utility-scale generation (emphasis on wind) projects with a focus in Oklahoma and elsewhere in the Central Plains.

The ideal candidate will have an expert-level understanding of renewable energy project processes and experience and expertise interpreting and applying federal and state environmental laws (NEPA, ESA, and CWA, and other federal environmental laws), federal guidelines (WEGs), and policies, and developing innovative environmental compliance strategies for complex utility-scale projects.

The ideal candidate will be an organized and collaborative self-starter with a keen attention to detail, with the ability to handle multiple projects at various stages of development, construction, and operations.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated capabilities in managing the environmental compliance process for utility-scale renewable energy and an understanding of NEPA, ESA, CWA, and other federal and state environmental laws.

To fulfill these duties, you will collaborate with internal project teams such as

renewable development, engineering, government affairs, and construction management; external teams like environmental and engineering consultants, and external legal counsel;

and external stakeholders such as private landowners, state / federal resource agencies, and conservation organizations.

Responsibilities

Advise ECS management, development teams, and others regarding the environmental permitting of projects from planning phases through implementation.

Identify and communicate project needs, schedules, and risks across project support teams. Work collaboratively and efficiently with internal teams and external parties (e.

g., consultants and counsel) to execute project work on schedule, and develop strategies to address environmental-related issues.

Supervise the work of project environmental consultants, and manage efforts which includes reviewing proposals, scheduling survey timelines, and ensuring survey methodologies follow wildlife agency input and satisfy permit conditions / project needs.

Review resource reports with critical attention to meeting regulatory standards, data and documentation accuracy, and survey objectives, methods, and results.

Review technical reports provided by consultants.

Develop strategies to mitigate environmental impacts of projects from project inception through post-construction.

Advise on project design in collaboration with generation development and engineering teams to ensure compatibility with project commitments / requirements.

Respond to internal environmental-related inquiries in support of project contracting, project financing, and third-party due diligence.

Ability and desire to maintain a complete and organized project record to demonstrate compliance with federal and state wildlife regulations.

Leads agency meeting engagement, including strategy and material development.

Participate in regional and national initiatives, symposia, conferences, and industry groups as needed to achieve Company objectives.

Support Tribal Nation engagement in close collaboration with the project’s Tribal Liaison.

Build relationships and support federal and state regulatory agency consultation by leading coordination early and often through development, construction, and operation as needed.

Requirements

5+ years in energy project development

Demonstrated ability in developing energy projects through complex permitting environments to construction / financing

Experience and expertise interpreting and applying federal and state environmental laws (NEPA, NHPA, BGEPA, MBTA, ESA, and CWA), guidelines, and policies, and developing innovative environmental compliance strategies for compliance for complex utility-scale projects.

Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and make independent decisions that promote / advance company and project goals and objectives.

Must be self-directed, with the ability and desire to work independently and effectively in a team environment.

Able to act and adapt to a fast-paced business environment with competing deadlines, and quickly learn and implement internal processes.

Strong attention to detail, assuring documents and communications are concise and accurate.

Ability to interpret environmental data and identify potential project risks.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in biological science / natural resources / environmental policy or environmental law degree.

Experience developing and constructing utility-scale generation, specifically wind, projects within Oklahoma and other areas of the Central Plains .

Ability to navigate ArcGIS and Google Earth to interpret environmental spatial data and identify potential project risks.

Working knowledge of resource avoidance and minimization measures for the development and construction of utility-scale projects.

Salary Range

$123,000 - $145,000

Benefits

Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.