Permitting and Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Tecnicas Reunidas; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Técnicas Reunidas Canada is seeking a Permitting and Regulatory Specialist to join our Calgary-based team. The role coordinates regulatory efforts and navigates permitting requirements for complex engineering projects in Alberta and British Columbia.

You will lead permitting activities, prepare permit applications, and develop roadmaps in line with Canadian regulations, while advising internal teams and clients on regulatory and environmental practices.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of regulatory and permitting experience in large-scale oil & gas projects.
• Direct permitting experience during the engineering phases of major capital projects.
• Experience with regulatory agencies across Alberta and British Columbia.
• Knowledge of Canadian regulatory frameworks; BC certifications are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate regulatory and permitting activities during the engineering phase of oil & gas, petrochemical, and power generation projects.
• Prepare and submit applications for permits and licenses for upstream, downstream, and pipeline projects.
• Develop comprehensive permitting roadmaps tailored to Canadian regulations.
• Provide expert advice on regulatory and environmental practices to internal teams and clients.
• Interface with regulatory agencies, maintaining professional communication and compliance.
• Develop and manage databases of regulatory frameworks for corporate and project use.
• Support inspections and audits by compiling technical documentation and assessments.
• Interpret and apply relevant policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Support the development of environmental assessments and industrial approval applications.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Permitting

Oil & gas

Project coordination

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Engineering degree

Environmental science degree

Job description

Permitting and Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Técnicas Reunidas Canada E&C is part of the Técnicas Reunidas Group, a global leader in engineering, procurement and construction services for energy and large scale industrial projects is seeking a Permitting and Regulatory Specialist to join our Calgary-based team. This position will play a key role in coordinating regulatory efforts and ensuring successful navigation of permitting requirements for complex engineering projects in Alberta and British Columbia.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate all regulatory and permitting activities throughout the engineering phase of oil & gas, petrochemical, and power generation projects.
• Prepare and submit applications for permits and licenses for upstream, downstream, and pipeline projects.
• Develop comprehensive permitting roadmaps tailored to Canadian regulations.
• Provide expert advice on regulatory and environmental practices to internal teams and clients.
• Interface with regulatory agencies, maintaining professional communication and compliance.
• Develop and manage databases of regulatory frameworks for corporate and project use.
• Support inspections and audits by compiling technical documentation and assessments.
• Interpret and apply relevant policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Support the development of environmental assessments and industrial approval applications.

What You Bring

• A minimum of 7–10 years of experience in regulatory and permitting roles, ideally in large-scale oil & gas, energy and power generation industrial projects.
• Direct permitting experience during the engineering phases of major capital projects.
• Proven background working with international companies and regulatory agencies across Alberta and British Columbia.
• Post-secondary degree (college or university) in engineering, environmental science, or related field.
• Strong understanding of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and general arrangements (GAs).
• Knowledge of Canadian regulatory frameworks; BC-specific certifications are an asset.
• Be part of a global organization delivering cutting-edge energy and industrial solutions.
• Work on impactful projects that shape the future of energy in Canada.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with room for professional growth.

Candidates must be currently entitled to work legally in Canada. This includes Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Sponsorship is not available for this position.