Senior Environmental Scientist

National Grid; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid in New York is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to manage NYSDPS Article VII and VIII licensing for large electric and gas projects in a hybrid role across Syracuse, Albany, and Buffalo.

You will coordinate environmental compliance, prepare permit materials, and support project teams with data, studies, and expenditures while collaborating with Operations, Engineering, and Construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering/Science or a related field.
• 7+ years of related environmental experience.
• Extensive knowledge of licensing and permitting regulatory requirements.
• Experience with siting electric and gas transmission projects under NYSDPS Article VII, Article VIII, 94-C or Article 10.

Responsibilities

• Manage NYSDPS Article VII and VIII licensing activities for large projects.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental requirements.
• Prepare and manage permit applications and related documentation.
• Oversee field operations and project permitting.
• Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, Construction on regulatory matters.

Skills

Regulator communication

GIS

Problem solving

Project planning

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering/Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Mapping software

Job description

About Us

National Grid is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist for our Environmental Licensing and Permitting department, with opportunities available in Syracuse, NY Albany, NY, and Buffalo, NY to work in a hybrid role.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live.

The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating, and our expertise and track record put us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile projects that have a direct impact on the reliability and future of New York's energy network.

Job Purpose

The role holder will be responsible for managing National Grid's New York State Department of Public Service (NYSDPS) Article VII and Article VIII environmental licensing and permitting activity for large scale electric and gas projects to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal environmental requirements. This includes ensuring applicable local, state, and federal environmental requirements are established, communicated and implemented for high value, complex activities, including project initiation, design and construction.

• Provide overall support to the department and project teams to ensure timely preparation of acceptable environmental license and permit application material and completion of implementation and compliance activities.
• Provide technical support for managing data and documents pertinent to stakeholder communication, project schedules, environmental issues, studies and expenditures.
• Successfully manage project permitting.

Key Accountabilities

• Effectively communicate with peers and regulators including the ability to communicate with technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Possess a strong sense of purpose in your work.
• Effective problem-solving skills with ability to obtain, research and analyze data; draw inferences; and make recommendations to provide guidance to the project teams.
• Ability to establish daily work priorities, plan assignments, and organize work.
• Self-motivated and proactive in achieving goals without being asked and performing the job with moderate guidance.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, GIS and/or other mapping programs.
• Work independently with guidance in only the most complex situations.
• Review electric, gas and plant facility capital improvement projects and facility modifications to evaluate potential impacts on the environment and the need for regulatory permits and/or authorizations.
• Oversee National Grid's field operations, including the management and documentation of site visits, to monitor and facilitate compliance with applicable local, state, federal and company requirements.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with Operations, Engineering, Construction and other personnel to share best practices and communicate business decisions.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge regarding current and proposed federal, state and local regulations (including but not limited to: rare, threatened and endangered species; streams; wetlands; and stormwater) and National Grid's Environmental Procedures to ensure National Grid is compliant with environmental legislation and regulations.
• Train and motivate engineering and specific corporate-based personnel to comply with all applicable federal, state and local environmental regulations, and National Grid's Environmental Procedures. This includes providing technical guidance, support and coaching to share knowledge and develop technical understanding.

Qualifications

Supervisory/Interpersonal- Experience Required

• A Bachelors degree in Environmental Engineering/Science, Civil Engineering, Natural Resources, Forestry, Biology, or a relevant scientific discipline and/or relevant utility industry experience.
• Experience with siting of electric and gas transmission projects under NYSDPS Article VII, Article VIII, 94-C or Article 10.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant industry practice, current industry trends, standards and legislation.
• 7+ years related environmental experience.
• Extensive and significant knowledge of environmental licensing and permitting regulatory requirements.

Why Join National Grid?

• Make a meaningful impact by supporting critical energy infrastructure projects that power homes, businesses, and communities across New York.
• Play a key role in advancing environmental stewardship and sustainability through responsible project development and compliance.
• Work on a diverse portfolio of electric and gas transmission projects, from planning and permitting through construction.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering, environmental, operations, and construction teams.
• Develop expertise in complex environmental permitting, licensing, and regulatory programs at the state and federal level.
• Build valuable relationships with regulators, stakeholders, and industry partners while influencing project outcomes.
• Grow your career with a company committed to innovation, inclusion, and building a cleaner, more resilient energy future.

Salary

$95,000 - $111,000 a year

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.