Environmental Compliance & Permitting Specialist

LaBella Associates; Orange (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Paid Parental Leave

Short & Long Term Disability

Job summary

LaBella Associates is seeking an Environmental Compliance Permitting Specialist for their Environmental Division in Connecticut. This role involves managing a portfolio of environmental compliance and permitting efforts for utility projects and requires a BS in Environmental Engineering or related field, along with 5-10 years of experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and knowledge of waste management regulations. Benefits include health insurance and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in environmental compliance and project permitting.
• Familiarity with Erosion and Sediment Control and Best Management Practices.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental compliance programmes such as waste management.
• Respond to spills and coordinate with environmental contractors.
• Assist in the permitting process for utility projects.

Skills

Knowledge of waste management regulations

Effective problem-solving skills

Writing and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of environmental compliance

Education

Minimum BS in Environmental Engineering or related field

Job description

LaBella is currently seeking an Environmental Compliance Permitting Specialist to join our Environmental Division within our Utility Program Management Department. This Environmental Compliance & Permitting Specialist would ideally become an embedded LaBella employee within United Illuminating's (UI) environmental & permitting group and become proficient managing a portfolio of UI's environmental compliance & permitting efforts. The Environmental Compliance & Permitting Specialist will be an integral member of the UI team, directly supporting initiatives and helping UI implement its strategic vision. The proper candidate should be self‑sufficient, have experience managing projects, working directly with clients and maintaining client relationships. This position creates an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to establish themselves within a growing and stable company while working within a corporate culture that encourages professional growth in a positive environment.

Duties

The Environmental Compliance & Permitting Specialist will assist UI with both environmental compliance programmes and the permitting process for UI's capital project portfolio. For environmental related tasks, this position will be responsible for assisting UI with waste management, soil spoils management and spill response & reporting. For permitting related tasks, the position will be responsible for overseeing and assisting with all necessary studies and the preparation of licensing and permitting applications to obtain regulatory approvals for UI construction projects. This position will ensure compliance with regulatory permit and licensing requirements during project construction and restoration activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental compliance programmes such as waste management and soil spoils management.
• Respond to spills from UI owned electrical equipment, including coordination with environmental spill response/remediation contractors.
• Conduct all required regulatory reporting for spills from UI owned electrical equipment.
• Manage environmental permitting efforts on large and small‑scale utility projects.
• Assist in coordinating the work for all aspects of project development, including outside consultant deliverables (monitor task completion, applicability to regulatory requirements, assist in scheduling and drafting product reviews).
• Provide overall support to the project teams to ensure timely preparation of acceptable licence and permit application material and completion of implementation and compliance activities.
• Prepare and/or review sections of various licensing and implementation documents under the supervision of leadership.
• Assist in preparation of responses to regulatory agencies and the public and prepare responses where appropriate.
• Provide technical support for managing data and documents pertinent to stakeholder communication, project schedules, licensing issues, studies and expenditures.
• Work with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies throughout the permitting process.
• Review environmental regulatory correspondence, subcontractor reports and permit applications.
• Review stream, wetland and vernal pool surveys and delineations following USACE guidance.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of waste management including Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) regulations including DEEP's Release‑Based Cleanup Program.
• Knowledge of project siting and regulatory compliance; direct experience with the utility industry is a plus.
• Knowledge of regulatory and statutory requirements, including but not limited to Connecticut Siting Council for transmission line and generation construction, stream, wetland, and stormwater regulations.
• Writing and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Effective problem‑solving skills with ability to obtain, research and analyse data; draw inferences; and make recommendations to provide guidance to the project teams; provide guidance to junior staff.
• Ability to establish daily work priorities, plan assignments and organise work.
• Self‑motivated and proactive in achieving goals without being asked and performing the job with moderate guidance.
• Some travel within Connecticut may be required.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Minimum BS in Environmental Engineering, Science, Ecology, Biology, or related science.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in environmental compliance, project permitting, wetland delineation, jurisdictional determinations of freshwater wetlands and streams. Experience in utility project experience a plus. Other relatable experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations related to environmental compliance, wetlands, stream and protected species.
• Familiarity with Erosion and Sediment Control, Best Management Practices.
• Ability to review, edit and provide QA/QC for deliverables.
• Experience with Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan, stormwater management and waste characterization.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability