Senior Specialist, Environmental Permitting (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy Service Company; Westwood (MA); Hybride; USD 110 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Eversource in Massachusetts seeks a senior environmental professional responsible for all phases of environmental planning, permitting and compliance for transmission and distribution projects. The role emphasizes managing complex permitting programs, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local requirements.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in energy-utility environmental permitting, strong technical writing, and experience with federal permitting programs

Qualifications

• Clear understanding of municipal, state, and federal environmental regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with project teams, attorneys, consultants and regulators.
• Experience with environmental permitting processes and compliance requirements.

Responsabilités

• Lead environmental planning, cost estimating, scheduling, and implementation of transmission and distribution projects.
• Monitor and ensure environmental compliance across the Eversource system.
• Represent Environmental Affairs on project teams and at public meetings.
• Coordinate with agencies and stakeholders on permits and reviews.

Connaissances

Regulatory compliance

Technical writing

Regulatory knowledge

Communications

Independent work

Project coordination

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Description du poste

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered. Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change. You will be responsible for environmental permitting, due diligence and regulatory compliance related to work on major or complex energy infrastructure projects, including the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution lines and natural gas pipelines. The Senior level requires experience in managing or leading environmental projects under Federal Permitting Programs regulated under, or by, the Clean Water Act (e.g., Sections 401 & 404, NPDES SWPPP and SPCC Compliance), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Section 404 Permitting and Section 7/10 Conformance), the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (endangered species); and Massachusetts State Permitting Programs regulating soil and groundwater disposal, water quality, wetlands/waterways, Endangered/Protected Species, and Historical/Archeological Resources. Local permitting programs experience required (e.g., conservation commissions, zoning boards). Experience providing expert witness testimony preferred, as it relates to the siting of energy infrastructure (MA Dept of Public Utility and Energy Facility Siting Board).

Essential Functions:

Responsible for all phases of the environmental planning, cost estimating, scheduling, and implementation of transmission and distribution utility projects with latitude for exercising initiative and independent decision making in support of the corporate environmental policies and goals. Takes appropriate actions to respond to environmental requirements or incidents to minimize environmental liability and ensure compliance. Conducts environmental assessments, permitting, soil and groundwater management. Attends public meetings and hearings and provide oversight of contracts and consultants for such services. Monitors governmental organizations and regulatory agencies for new rules, regulations, laws and policies. Communicates environmental requirements throughout the organization. Ensure environmental compliance throughout the Eversource System by representing the Environmental Affairs Department on project teams.

Qualifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: Clear understanding of municipal, state, and federal environmental regulations, permitting and policy in Massachusetts, Connecticut or New Hampshire. Excellent communications skills and the ability to "think on your feet" are required. Must have technical writing skills, including the ability to recognize and resolve problems in technical communications; and can work independently and professionally with project teams, their attorneys, outside consultants, other utilities and regulatory agency staff. Requires experience in managing or leading environmental projects under Federal Permitting Programs regulated under, or by, the Clean Water Act (e.g., Sections 401 & 404, NPDES SWPPP and SPCC Compliance), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Section 404 Permitting and Section 7/10 Conformance), the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (endangered species); and State Permitting Programs regulating soil and groundwater disposal, water quality, wetlands/waterways, Endangered/Protected Species, and Historical/Archeological Resources. Local permitting programs experience required (e.g., conservation commissions, zoning boards). Understanding of EFSB siting and permitting reform processes desired. General knowledge of applicable regulatory, engineering, and construction procedures; knowledge of the energy delivery power system; and the ability to utilize information technology and the use of Eversource Energy's office automation systems is required.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Natural Resource, Ecology, or related field required or equivalent experience.

Experience: Five (5) plus years of experience with environmental permitting processes in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and/or Connecticut required. Energy-utility environmental permitting experience, preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional certification (PWS, CPESC, CESSWI, Forester etc.) highly desired. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 40-hour wetland delineation and regulatory training preferred. A working knowledge of GIS preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:

Valid driver’s license required. #LI-ES3

Competencies:

Build trusting relationships Manage and develop people Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration Lead change Communicate strategic vision Create an engaged workforce Focus on the customer Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is: Worker Type: Regular Number of Openings: 1 Emergency Response: Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor Who we are:

Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 4.3 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team-talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.