Environmental Permitting Lead for Mining & Energy Projects

CookUnity; Santa Fe Capital; Remote; ARS 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Argentina is seeking an experienced Environmental Permits Lead to manage the obtaining, maintenance, and monitoring of permits for mining, energy, and infrastructure projects. This role ensures regulatory alignment, environmental baselines, and timely permit submissions across provincial and national authorities.

You will coordinate with engineering teams, environmental consultants, and authorities to maintain compliance, optimize permit routes, and mitigate regulatory risks while

Qualifications

• University degree in Environmental Sciences or related field with professional registration.
• 5–8 years in environmental management and permits, with 3+ years in mining/energy/infrastructure in Argentina.
• Experience translating regulatory requirements into design criteria.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the permits matrix with deadlines.
• Submit Environmental Impact Reports and updates for mining/energy projects.
• Manage sectoral permits: water use, emissions, waste, and hazardous materials.
• Maintain dialogue with enforcement authorities and notify regulatory risks.
• Define environmental baselines and supervise consultants.
• Ensure compliance and report progress to client and project management.

Skills

Permits management

Regulatory compliance

Environmental policy

Stakeholder communication

Education

University degree in Environmental Sciences or related field

Tools

Environmental permitting software

Job description

Bechtel Argentina is seeking an experienced Environmental Permits Lead to manage the obtaining, maintenance, and monitoring of permits for mining, energy, and infrastructure projects. This role ensures regulatory alignment, environmental baselines, and timely permit submissions across provincial and national authorities.

You will coordinate with engineering teams, environmental consultants, and authorities to maintain compliance, optimize permit routes, and mitigate regulatory risks while