EFSEC / EFSC Project Manager

SupportFinity™; Oregon (WI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership eligibility

Job summary

Dudek is seeking a project manager to manage and coordinate the siting review and compliance monitoring activities of energy facilities under EFSEC and EFSC jurisdiction. The role requires self-direction with a proven track record in NEPA/SEPA processes and energy facility siting compliance.

The position is associated with our Portland office but can be fully remote, offering a hybrid/remote work environment and opportunities to engage with regulatory staff and clients nationwide.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience with EFSEC & EFSC's processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field.
• In-depth knowledge of EFSEC & EFSC regulations, permitting processes, and environmental laws.

Responsibilities

• Manage EFSEC & EFSC's compliance monitoring of major energy facilities involving state, federal, and local governments and the public.
• Coordinate the siting review process for energy facilities adhering to state and federal laws, rules, and guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, legal, environmental, and regulatory specialists to ensure alignment with project objectives and EFSEC requirements.
• Maintain strong and consistent communication in reporting to regulatory staff on siting, compliance, and other issues requiring action to address matters of concern.
• Work with the client and project stakeholders to ensure a clear and open siting review process.
• Develop budgets and contracts required for projects.
• Report EFSEC & EFSC's findings related to siting and compliance issues and make recommendations for EFSEC & EFSC's findings or actions.
• Develop schedules and lead field visits, project orientations, and hearings; act on regulatory staff and client directives to arrange meetings and public hearings on siting, compliance, and other activities under EFSEC & EFSC's jurisdiction.
• Develop and recommend strategies to address siting and compliance related issues, including strategies to collaborate with the public, cities, counties, and EFSEC & EFSC's staff at state and federal agencies.
• Track and manage flow of information between organizations.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, engagement, quality service, and customer satisfaction to our clients

Skills

Project management

Regulatory compliance

NEPA knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Advanced degree in environmental science/planning/public policy

Job description

Work Environment: Hybrid/Remote

Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.

Overview

Location(s): Oregon

Practice/Department: Emerging Regions

Work Environment: Hybrid/Remote

Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.

Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations , and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.

Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.

Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian , and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.

Position Overview

Who You Are

As an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently. Like all Dudekians , you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation.

How You’ll Make An Impact

Dudek is seeking a project manager to manage and coordinate the siting review and compliance monitoring activities of energy facilities under the Washington, Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council's (EFSEC) jurisdiction and Oregon, Energy Facility Site Council's (EFSC). The individual will be self-driven with a proven track record implementing all phases of the energy development process and be familiar with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Washington State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) processes, and Oregon environmental policies. The candidate will have experience with serving as a representative of EFSEC & EFSC's business, siting, and compliance, interests related to energy facilities under EFSEC & EFSC's jurisdiction.

Candidates that have technical expertise in managing large complex projects to meet project milestones within schedule and budget expectations is essential. The candidate will have a demonstrated track record with overseeing multidisciplinary staff and ability to work directly with clients and regulatory staff. This position will be associated with our Portland office but can be fully remote.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage EFSEC & EFSC's compliance monitoring of major energy facilities involving state, federal, and local governments and the public.
• Coordinate the siting review process for energy facilities adhering to state and federal laws, rules, and guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, legal, environmental, and regulatory specialists to ensure alignment with project objectives and EFSEC requirements.
• Maintain strong and consistent communication in reporting to regulatory staff on siting, compliance, and other issues requiring action to address matters of concern.
• Work with the client and project stakeholders to ensure a clear and open siting review process.
• Develop budgets and contracts required for projects.
• Report EFSEC & EFSC's findings related to siting and compliance issues and make recommendations for EFSEC & EFSC's findings or actions.
• Develop schedules and lead field visits, project orientations, and hearings; act on regulatory staff and client directives to arrange meetings and public hearings on siting, compliance, and other activities under EFSEC & EFSC's jurisdiction.
• Develop and recommend strategies to address siting and compliance related issues, including strategies to collaborate with the public, cities, counties, and EFSEC & EFSC's staff at state and federal agencies.
• Track and manage flow of information between organizations.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, engagement, quality service, and customer satisfaction to our clients

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years experience with EFSEC & EFSC's processes
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, or other related field.
• In-depth knowledge of EFSEC & EFSC's regulations, permitting processes, and relevant state and federal environmental laws
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in environmental science, planning, public policy, or a related field, or equivalent experience in energy facility siting and regulatory compliance .

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, plus benefits and employee-ownership eligibility.

• Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.

Working Conditions

• This job operates in a remote or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.
• This job requires occasional project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following:

• Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting.
• Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination.

Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek’s operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek’s commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action.

Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.

About the company

Dudek