Senior Project Manager, Environmental Compliance

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AES Clean Energy is currently seeking Senior Project Manager, Environmental Compliance .
The candidate for this position will report to the Houston, Texas office and will directly oversee environmental and permitting compliance on the construction of PV solar and battery storage renewable assets in the Central Region (ERCOT, MISO, SPP and related ISOs) of the United States.
The candidate should be able to collaborate and communicate effectively in a team environment and exercise project influence over construction teams, consultants, and project team members.
The candidate must be able to work independently and be self-driven to accomplish goals and objectives while maintaining oversight of several renewable energy construction projects at a time.
RESPONSIBILITIES Develop environmental compliance management programs for construction projects 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 manage the preparation of technical reports, and filings providing quality assurance and quality control of project documents with a focus on compliance with permit conditions and regulations.
Work closely with EPC and contractors to ensure project compliance providing guidance, interpretation, and process requirements Act as a subject matter expert across multiple departments in development and execution teams on project planning, scheduling, and resource management Perform project handoffs supporting all three parts of a project life cycle in development, execution, and operations management Review and manage cost proposals, invoicing, accounting, work plans, and execution strategies Support due diligence efforts, financing, legal and contracting teams Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines Coordinate and lead discussions with local, state, and federal agencies on the project’s behalf Develop, present, and distribute training materials and documents related to environmental and permitting compliance Support the stakeholder relations team in interactions related to the public Mentor junior team members and delegate responsibilities to support staff EXPERIENCE & ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS 7+ years of project management experience with multi-disciplinary environmental and permitting compliance scopes with a deep understanding of cross-functional teams related to developing and constructing renewable assets Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulatory agency laws, regulations, and permitting requirements in region/market Detailed knowledge of erosion and sediment control and stormwater regulations, waste management, sustainability, compliance strategies, and environmental engineering Experience in environmental auditing and regulatory audits; internal and external environmental reporting Advanced knowledge of multimedia compliance including NEPA, USACE, CWA, DEQ/DEP, DOT, SPCC and waste management, water quality, construction, and industrial/municipal stormwater, air quality, T&E species, USFW, and Historical Resources Bachelor's 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 Power PowerPoint as well as geospatial software COMPETENCIES & SKILLS Executive level 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 of 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 POSITION CONDITIONS This position is performed in both an office and field environment Ability to lift 25lbs.
Up to 30% of time may be dedicated to field activities in varying environmental conditions including inclement weather and steep grades Some night and weekend work may be required for this position Will periodically require travel and stays outside of TX or home state Adherence to AES safety rules and safety performance expectations AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion.
Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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