Permitting Manager: Lead Environmental Compliance

Williams; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong pay

Hybrid work model

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Williams is seeking a Permitting Manager in Houston to lead a team of environmental professionals supporting capital expansion projects. The role requires coordinating with Operations and Engineering Services, maintaining consistent permitting processes, and driving regulatory compliance across federal and state levels.

The ideal candidate has a engineering degree with at least six years in energy, including five in supervision, plus preferred certifications in engineering, project management,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, or related field.
• Minimum six years in the energy industry including at least five years in supervisory/management roles.
• Preferred: license or certification in engineering, project management, or environmental field.

Responsibilities

• Establishes permitting processes and accountability for FERC regulated expansion projects.
• Leads and mentors environmental professionals to support project execution.
• Interacts with federal, state, and local officials on permitting and compliance.
• Develops KPIs and supports continuous improvement of permitting processes.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Williams is seeking a Permitting Manager in Houston to lead a team of environmental professionals supporting capital expansion projects. The role requires coordinating with Operations and Engineering Services, maintaining consistent permitting processes, and driving regulatory compliance across federal and state levels.

The ideal candidate has a engineering degree with at least six years in energy, including five in supervision, plus preferred certifications in engineering, project management,