Director of Environmental Permitting - Solar & Storage

Brunel; California (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to influence local energy policies

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

An energy development firm is seeking a strategic leader for environmental permitting of utility-scale solar and battery storage projects in California. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with environmental regulations like CEQA and NEPA while managing relationships with key agencies. This role offers the opportunity to impact local communities positively through responsible permitting practices and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience in permitting large-scale solar and battery energy systems.
• Established relationships with regulators in California.
• Ability to travel within California and other locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental permitting for solar and battery storage projects.
• Ensure compliance with environmental laws during construction and operations.
• Collaborate across disciplines to influence critical decisions.

Skills

Expertise in CEQA

Expertise in NEPA

Environmental compliance

Strong relationships with regulatory agencies

California environmental regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

An energy development firm is seeking a strategic leader for environmental permitting of utility-scale solar and battery storage projects in California. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with environmental regulations like CEQA and NEPA while managing relationships with key agencies. This role offers the opportunity to impact local communities positively through responsible permitting practices and collaboration across teams.