Compliance Project Manager
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
Are you ready to be part of a company thats not just talking about the future but actively shaping it Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) a Fortune 500 company thats leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work you can be confident that youre joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.
AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreements goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers are setting the pace for rapid global decarbonization.
If youre ready to be part of a company thats not just adapting to change but driving it AES is the place for you. Were not just building a cleaner more sustainable future - were powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.
The candidate for this position will be based out of one of our Central Region offices and will manage environmental compliance during the development and execution portion of renewable assets and powered land on the central region including MISO SPP ERCOT and related ISO regions. The candidate should be able to collaborate and communicate effectively in a team environment take direction and complete tasks in a thorough and efficient manner. The candidate must be able to work independently and be self-driven to accomplish goals and objectives while maintaining oversight of several construction projects at a time.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Environmental Compliance Project Manager candidate will be responsible for overseeing environmental compliance during renewable project construction and maintaining compliance with permit conditions issued at local state and federal levels.
- Develop environmental compliance programs for each project encompassing all local state and federal permitting requirements.
- Manage and perform field audits reporting and monitoring for construction projects and renewable energy facilities.
- Review and prepare technical reports and providing quality assurance and quality control of project documents with a focus on compliance of permit conditions procedures and regulatory agency policies and regulations for projects in development stage through execution stage
- Working closely with EPC and contractors to ensure project compliance providing guidance interpretation and requirements.
- Support project legal and finance teams with permitting and environmental diligence
- Track corporate environmental reporting and obligations
- Provide handoff transition to operational compliance teams.
- Review cost budgets proposals invoicing work plans and execution strategies.
- Manage multiple projects tasks and deadlines
- Project planning scheduling and resource management.
- Coordinate with local state and federal agencies on the projects behalf.
- Present and develop training materials and documents
- Support stakeholder relations team in interactions related to the public.
- Mentor junior staff members and delegate responsibilities.
- Provide support and reporting to health and safety teams.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCY
- Tipically 4-8 years of project management experience with multi-disciplinary environmental compliance projects and proven responsibility with scope / schedule / budget. Preferred experience in the renewables industry.
- Knowledge of federal state and local environmental regulatory agency laws regulations and permitting requirements.
- Detailed knowledge of Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater regulations compliance strategies and environmental engineering.
- Experience in environmental auditing and regulatory audits.
- Advanced knowledge of multimedia compliance including NEPA USACE CWA DOT SPCC and Waste management water quality construction / industrial / municipal stormwater air quality T&E species USFW and Historical Resources
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university in Engineering Environmental Science or another related field is preferred.
- Experience in providing leadership to diverse project teams on high-pressure high-visibility projects.
- Advanced computer skills with MS Office software including Word Excel and PowerPoint as well as geospatial software and field data collection applications.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and delegate.
- Leadership and strong ability to work in a collaborative environment.
- Understanding project risk management.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet timelines.
- Conscientious and detail-oriented with demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good judgment and sound decision-making skills.
- Staying current with relevant technology and innovation.
- Will be partial office and field based.
- Travel to projects and overnight stays approximately 30% of the time
- Valid state drivers license.
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs and ability to maneuver in steep grades and muddy conditions
- Adherence to AES safety rules and performance expectations
Required Experience:
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About Company
AES is a global energy company that creates greener, smarter and innovative energy solutions. Together, we can accelerate the future of energy.