Environmental Permitting Lead – Energy Infrastructure

Williams Companies; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Company-paid life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Williams Companies seeks an Environmental Specialist to apply knowledge of environmental permitting and compliance for energy infrastructure projects across operating areas. Depending on level, you’ll support or lead permitting and construction compliance, assess risk, interpret regulations, obtain authorizations, and manage programs of varying complexity.

The role spans multiple levels (II–V) determined by experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field.
• 2+ years of environmental experience (for Specialist II).
• 4+ years of environmental experience (for Specialist III).
• 8+ years of environmental experience (for Specialist IV).
• 15+ years of environmental experience (for Environmental Specialist) with 10+ years in permitting/impact assessments (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Participates in or leads environmental project planning and implementation, including scheduling, cost estimating, and reporting.
• Assesses environmental risk and supports or leads implementation of actions with regulatory documentation.
• Prepares and submits applications for environmental permits and renewals.
• Coordinates with internal partners and regulatory agencies to support permitting and compliance.
• Prepares compliance reports and maintains program documentation.
• Interprets federal, state, and local environmental regulations for project compliance.
• Develops and improves environmental processes, policies, and practices.
• Performs environmental compliance audits and due diligence investigations.
• Identifies training needs and provides mentorship to others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Environmental permitting

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Williams Companies seeks an Environmental Specialist to apply knowledge of environmental permitting and compliance for energy infrastructure projects across operating areas. Depending on level, you’ll support or lead permitting and construction compliance, assess risk, interpret regulations, obtain authorizations, and manage programs of varying complexity.

The role spans multiple levels (II–V) determined by experience.