Energy Compliance Services - Regulatory Consulting Manager

Weaver; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Flexible time off

Holiday schedule

In-house CPE & learning

Professional development

Job summary

Weaver is expanding its Energy Compliance Services team and seeks a seasoned professional to lead lifecycle analyses and regulatory compliance engagements. You will guide modeling projects, oversee deliverables, and collaborate with audit and advisory teams to provide assurance on greenhouse gas disclosures.

This role offers office and virtual work options in a growing practice. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years in environmental science/chemical engineering, strong client management, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in chemical engineering/environmental science with GHG accounting, modeling, and reporting experience.
• Demonstrates independent thinking and strong decision‑making skills.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Develops meaningful client relationships and seeks to improve client satisfaction.
• Experience performing and leading life cycle modeling using GREET models and other calculators as required.
• Proficient in greenhouse gas accounting and reporting using various frameworks.
• Knowledge of refining and renewable fuel production processes.
• Experience interpreting PFDs, process descriptions, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead life cycle analysis and modeling engagements for low-carbon fuel programs.
• Provide regulatory compliance expertise and interpret technical data.
• Coordinate engagement planning: budgets, documents, procedures, risk IDs.
• Supervise team and review deliverables for quality and accuracy.
• Support business development and client relationships across projects.

Skills

Independent thinking

Decision making

Writing skills

Presentation skills

Client relationships

Life cycle modeling

GREET models

GHG accounting

Renewable fuels knowledge

PFD interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/chemistry/engineering

Master’s degree in engineering or environmental science (preferred)

Tools

GREET models

Job description

The Weaver Experience

Weaver is a full-service national accounting, advisory and consulting firm with opportunities for professionals in many different fields. We seek to bring a human element to the world of accounting, which includes creating a diverse, collaborative, and entrepreneurial workplace culture. Our leaders truly care about the well-being of all our employees and encourage them to pursue their ambitions.

While our business is based in numbers, our success is truly based on people. It’s why we commit to supporting our people not just in their professional growth, but also in their ability to lead balanced, integrated lives. At the foundation of that commitment are our core values. Weaver’s core values were created specifically to empower our people to deliver extraordinary service and be their best selves. Our goal is to balance high development with high performance in order to meet the long-term goals of each individual, team, and our firm.

Learn more about our services, industry experience and culture at weaver.com.

Position Profile

Weaver is seeking talented professionals to join our growing Energy Compliance Services (ECS) team. Weaver’s ECS practice is dedicated to helping businesses navigate compliance with evolving regulations, including regulations governed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board, as well as other various states and provinces. Many of the environmental programs we focus on within our ECS practice are rooted in managing the human impact on the environment, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing sustainability. We have substantial expertise and experience with transportation fuel regulations, including petroleum-based fuels as well as renewable fuels.

The ECS Regulatory Consulting Services Manager will be responsible for developing expertise in laws and regulations related to various low carbon fuels programs and/or voluntary greenhouse gas emission reduction programs. They will primarily lead life cycle analysis and modeling engagements related to federal and state low‑carbon fuel programs, act as a subject matter expert on regulatory compliance and technical interpretation and collaborate with audit and advisory teams delivering limited and reasonable assurance over greenhouse gas emissions and climate‑related disclosures. They will supervise activity of the team and review all deliverables for completeness, accuracy, and technical proficiency. They will direct others in engagement planning activities such as time budgets, required documentation, procedure design, and risk identification. They will manage existing business of at least $500,000 and work on business development activities, including internal and external marketing. The Manager will work closely with leadership in a physical office setting (Houston, Austin, or San Diego) or remotely from our Virtual Office to execute plans effectively. Generally, after the first year with Weaver, the Manager will be assigned a team of direct reports.

Core Competency is the demonstrated ability to carry out the primary responsibilities of the job, which are reflected in the essential duties outlined below.

To be successful in this role, the following qualifications are required:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, engineering, or related space


• 6+ years of experience in the chemical engineering/environmental science field, focused on greenhouse gas emissions accounting, modeling, and reporting, with a solid background in project management, consulting, regulatory compliance, and/or client relations


• Demonstrates independent thinking and strong decision‑making skills


• Excellent writing and presentation skills


• Develops meaningful client relationships and acts on ways to improve client satisfaction


• Experience performing and leading life cycle modeling projects using GREET models and other program specific calculators, as required


• Demonstrates proficiency in greenhouse gas accounting and reporting using various frameworks


• Extensive understanding of refining and renewable fuel production processes


• Experience interpreting process flow diagrams (PFDs), process descriptions, and technical documentation

Additionally, The Following Qualifications Are Preferred

• Advanced degree preferred (i.e. master's degree in engineering, master's degree in science - Environmental Sciences)


• Experience as a mentor, passionate about training others and serving as a resource to less experienced team members


• Assess nature of conflict quickly and use appropriate interpersonal style to reduce tension and enhance negotiation/agreement

Annual Base Pay Range in California: $115,000.00 to $145,000.00

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Weaver Benefits

• Weaver goes beyond offering competitive health benefits, such as medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.


• Learn more here - Weaver benefits.


• We support our employees by offering flexible scheduled time off (STO), minimum of 56 hours of sick and safe leave, 11 holidays, and 2 scheduled recharge days!


• We also offer in-house CPE and learning opportunities through our internal L&D department.


• Our multi-faceted internal learning program including technical improvement, practice development, management/leadership training, and whole-life growth.

People are our formula!

At Weaver, we recognize that everyone brings different strengths, backgrounds, and working styles to our team. We cultivate a safe and inclusive work environment that celebrates each individual’s unique qualities through visibility, progression, advocacy, and support. We are proudly an equal opportunity employer.

Currently, we are not accepting resume submissions from third‑party staffing agencies for this role. This role is Employee Referral Program eligible.