Environmental Permitting & Regulatory Program Manager

AK Steel Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is seeking a Program Manager Environmental Permitting & Regulatory to lead permitting and regulatory initiatives for Mining and Pelletizing operations in Northern Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

This role reports to the Environmental Director and may be based in Forbes, MN or Cleveland, OH. Responsibilities include overseeing permit applications, developing reclamation procedures, and coordinating with site managers on compliance.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with design and operation of air emission control and water treatment systems for the industrial sector.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing and submitting environmental permit applications and other environmental compliance requirements/reports/documentation.
• Expertise in analyzing and interpreting the environmental regulations' impact on facilities.
• Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee environmental permit applications and ensure consistency among sites (Wetlands, Permit to Mine, etc.).
• Develop procedures and ensure consistency among sites for carrying out reclamation activities; track financial assurances and environmental performance.
• Assist in developing strategies for NPDES/State Disposal System water permitting/reissuance to address evolving regulations.
• Monitor and analyze emerging environmental regulations and advise site environmental Managers on impacts.
• Advise the Environmental Director and maintain risk registries addressing regulations, permitting issues, and compliance obligations.
• Conduct site environmental assessments to identify risks and liabilities; evaluate projects against NEPA/MEPA obligations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or environmental discipline

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is seeking a Program Manager Environmental Permitting & Regulatory to lead permitting and regulatory initiatives for Mining and Pelletizing operations in Northern Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

This role reports to the Environmental Director and may be based in Forbes, MN or Cleveland, OH. Responsibilities include overseeing permit applications, developing reclamation procedures, and coordinating with site managers on compliance.