Construction Environmental Compliance Lead

Puget Sound Energy; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Puget Sound Energy's Environmental Services team is hiring a Construction Environmental Compliance Lead to oversee environmental compliance across major capital projects from development through operations.

The role provides strategic leadership, directs CEMP/SWPPP programs, coordinates with regulators, and mentors staff and consultants to ensure robust environmental performance.

Qualifications

• BS and Master's or equivalent in Environmental Science, Biology, Hydrology, Engineering, Anthropology, Mathematics or similar.
• 10 years of field experience; two additional years may substitute for an advanced degree.
• Significant experience in electric and/or gas supply industry or equivalent.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, team-building, and ability to establish regulatory agency relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provides environmental compliance oversight across project development, construction, close-out, and transition to operations.
• Performs complex analyses and advises management on regulatory strategy and risks.
• Leads regulatory coordination with federal, state, local, tribal, and industry stakeholders.
• Directs development and implementation of CEMPs, SWPPPs, permit tracking, contractor oversight, training, and documentation.
• Mentors staff, consultants, and contractors to ensure compliance and project success.
• Develops presentations and reports for leadership, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Manages budgets to hit departmental and project objectives.
• Supports planning, continuous improvement, and other assigned projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership & team-building

Regulatory relationships

Industry experience

Education

BS and MA in Environmental Science or related field

CESCL certification

Job description

Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.

PSE'sEnvironmental Servicesteam is looking for qualified candidates to fill an openConstruction Environmental Compliance Lead position!

Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.

Job Description

At Puget Sound Energy, we are committed to environmental stewardship, regulatory excellence, and sustainable energy development. As part of our Environmental Services team, you will help deliver major infrastructure projects while protecting environmental resources and supporting PSE's environmental commitments, including our Beyond Net Zero Carbon goals.

The Consulting Environmental Scientist is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving PSE's Construction Environmental Compliance Program for major capital projects. This role serves as the designated Environmental Compliance Lead and Owner's Environmental Representative, providing environmental oversight throughout all phases of project delivery, including project development, procurement, construction, project closeout, and transition to operations. The position provides strategic leadership and advanced technical expertise to ensure environmental requirements are effectively integrated into project planning and execution. The Consulting Environmental Scientist directs environmental compliance programs, contractor oversight activities, permit condition tracking, corrective action management processes, compliance audits, and environmental risk mitigation efforts while serving as a trusted advisor to leadership on environmental compliance risks associated with major utility infrastructure projects.

All PSE employees are expected to uphold the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE's operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities and promote and support a culture of total safety. Additionally, employees need to demonstrate commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. All duties are to be performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.

Job Responsibilities

• Serves as PSE's designated Construction Environmental Compliance Lead and Owner's Environmental Representative, providing environmental compliance oversight throughout project development, construction, project close-out, and transition to operations.
• Performs complex technical analyses and advises management on environmental compliance risks, regulatory strategy, project execution issues, and emerging environmental requirements.
• Leads regulatory coordination and consultation with federal, state, local, tribal, and industry stakeholders, representing PSE on high-profile projects and technical forums.
• Directs development and implementation of construction environmental compliance programs, procedures, permit tracking systems, Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), SWPPPs, contractor compliance oversight, environmental training, and associated compliance documentation.
• Mentors staff and directs consultants, contractors, and technical specialists to ensure environmental compliance and successful project delivery.
• Develops presentations, management briefings, reports, and compliance documentation for leadership, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Develops, manages, and monitors programmatic and project-specific budgets to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
• Supports departmental initiatives, business planning efforts, continuous improvement activities, and other projects as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and Master's in Environmental Science, Biology, Hydrology, Engineering, Anthropology, Mathematics or similar with 10 years of experience in the field (two years of appropriate additional experience may be considered in lieu of advanced degree).
• Significant experience in electric and/or gas supply industry or equivalent.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Expert analytical skills.
• Demonstrated capability in leadership, team building, and establishing long-term relationships with regulatory agency contacts.

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) certification.
• Experience supporting utility-scale solar, transmission, generation, substations, pipelines, or other energy infrastructure projects.
• Experience implementing CEMPs, SWPPPs, SPCC Plans, and environmental compliance tracking systems.
• Experience ensuring compliance with broad spectrum programs, including cultural resources, wildlife and habitat buffers.
• Experience supporting agency inspections and responding to notices of deficiency, corrective action requests, or enforcement actions.
• Experience developing and delivering environmental compliance training.
• Experience managing environmental consultants and contractor compliance programs.
• Familiarity with Montana and Washington environmental permitting and compliance requirements.

Additional Information

At PSE, we value our employees and provide them with opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. To learn more about why PSE is a great place to work, see our Employee Value Proposition, which highlights our commitment to employee growth, work-life balance, and meaningful career opportunities in the energy sector.

The pay range for this position is$108,200.00-$180,200.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.

PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - Why Work For Us (pse.com).

Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy.

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.

Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at [e-mail] or 425-462-3017.