Regulatory Specialist

Stantec; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Stantec seeks a Regulatory Specialist in the energy sector to support regulatory work, develop project deliverables, and drive project success across the North American network.

You will identify environmental regulatory requirements, coordinate approvals, prepare permit applications, and manage project tasks and budgets within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Planning, or Engineering.
• Minimum six years of related regulatory experience.
• Experience coordinating permits and approvals across federal, state, and local agencies.
• Project and task management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify regulatory requirements for energy projects.
• Coordinate state, federal, and local permit approvals.
• Prepare permit applications and supporting documents.
• Write and review technical reports.
• Manage budgets and supervise sub-consultants.
• Attend public meetings and support outreach.
• Ensure QA/QC and health & safety throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure project consistency.
• Assist in development of new project proposals.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Environmental regulations

MS Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Studies/Planning/Engineering

Job description

Job Opportunity

Stantec offers a wealth of technical knowledge and a strong understanding of federal, state, and local regulations. This Environmental Services team seeks a Regulatory Specialist experienced within the energy sector. You will be an integral part of our North American network, supporting technical regulatory work, developing project deliverables, and helping drive project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify project‑specific environmental regulatory requirements.
• Complete desktop reviews to determine environmental constraints and draft summary documentation.
• Coordinate state, federal, and local government approvals, including required studies, reports, and final submittals.
• Prepare environmental permit applications, gather supporting documentation, conduct assessments, and coordinate comment responses with agencies.
• Write and review technical reports.
• Coordinate the preparation, review, and editing of technical documents such as permit applications, Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) applications, and other technical reports.
• Support public outreach for projects, including development of graphic representations, project literature, and mass mailings to adjacent landowners.
• Attend public meetings in support of the project, which may include presentations on study and permit acquisition status.
• Manage tasks and project budgets, onboard and manage sub‑consultants, and coordinate with clients and internal project staff.
• Perform, review, and oversee project technical work.
• Coordinate, conduct, and/or lead field work as necessary.
• Ensure QA/QC and health and safety requirements and procedures are identified and followed during the project life cycle.
• Communicate and collaborate with Stantec Environmental Services and other Business Lines to ensure consistency in project execution.
• Assist in the development of new project proposals as needed.

Capabilities & Credentials

• Demonstrated experience with local, Commonwealth of Virginia, State of North Carolina, and federal environmental regulations, licensing, and permitting within the utility sector, specifically electric transmission and/or generation.
• Specific experience with Section 404 Clean Water Act, Section 10 Rivers and Harbors Act, Section 7/10 Endangered Species Act, Section 106 National Historic Preservation Act, Virginia Water Protection permits, subaqueous bottom permits, North Carolina Section 401 permitting, CPCN applications and licensing, NEPA, surface water classifications, erosion control, SWPPPs and Construction General Permits (CGP).
• Experience with Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plans, coordination with VDOT, NCDOT, Railroad, FAA, Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, and Virginia municipal special use permits is a plus.
• Ability to identify and solve problems using critical thinking and to complete work with consideration for safety.
• Attention to detail, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to prioritize and multi‑task between multiple project managers.
• Work with initiative, professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Flexible schedule availability, including occasional evening meetings across time zones.
• Strong networking skills and the ability to build and maintain productive professional relationships.
• Proficiency in MS Office products.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record required.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Planning, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum six years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education (e.g., advanced degree) and experience.
• Project and task management experience is preferred.

Benefits Summary

Full‑time employees and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours per week have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid family leave. Employees receive ten paid holidays each calendar year. Vacation accrues between 10 and 20 days per year, and paid sick leave is available. Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. Benefits for union positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Pay Range

• Various Locations in ME, VA – $65,700.00 – $95,300.00 Annually
• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas – $73,000.00 – $105,900.00 Annually
• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas – $80,300.00 – $116,500.00 Annually

Location & Schedule

Primary Location: United States | VA | Williamsburg
Other Locations: United States | VA | Charlottesville
Schedule: Full time
Travel: No

EEO Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for current and future employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Discrimination is prohibited in recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations, and any other condition of employment. Stantec is committed to accessibility during the recruitment process; please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team if you require reasonable adjustments.