Director, Regulatory

Summary of the Role

The Director, Regulatory is responsible for managing the company's federal regulatory authorizations, agency relationships, regulatory strategy, and approval activities associated with LNG facility development, construction, commissioning, operational regulatory matters, and future expansion projects. This role serves as the primary regulatory interface with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), Department of Energy (DOE), and other applicable agencies. The Director leads regulatory filings, authorization amendments, agency approvals, rulemaking assessments, and oversight activities, working closely with Operations, HSSE, Engineering, Environmental, Legal, and Project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Strategy and Agency Interface
  • Serve as the primary resource on federal regulatory requirements for LNG facility development, construction, commissioning, operational authorization, and expansion activities, including FERC, PHMSA, USCG, DOE, and other federal and state requirements.
  • Act as the main company interface with FERC, PHMSA, USCG, DOE, and other agencies on regulatory, technical, construction, commissioning, and authorization matters.
  • Advise leadership on regulatory strategy, risk, emerging requirements, rulemakings, and agency expectations.
  • Represent the company before regulatory agencies, trade organizations, and industry committees.
• Authorizations and Regulatory Filings
  • Lead preparation, coordination, and submission of regulatory applications, amendments, variances, reports, and other agency filings.
  • Manage regulatory support for facility expansions, debottlenecking projects, authorization amendments, and future LNG development opportunities.
  • Coordinate timely agency approvals required during construction, commissioning, startup, and major facility modifications.
  • Maintain oversight of authorization conditions and regulatory commitments associated with company assets and projects.
• Construction and Commissioning Oversight
  • Partner with Engineering, Construction, and Commissioning teams to address regulatory issues.
  • Coordinate regulatory interactions required during facility construction, commissioning, startup, and transition to operations.
  • Support implementation of regulatory commitments and approval conditions during project execution.
• Regulatory Governance and Change Management
  • Monitor regulatory proceedings, policy developments, guidance documents, and rulemakings affecting the LNG industry.
  • Evaluate the impact of regulatory changes and communicate developments to internal stakeholders.
  • Develop regulatory guidance, standards, and procedures to support implementation of authorization conditions and commitments.
  • Provide regulatory interpretation and support to Operations, HSSE, Engineering, Environmental, Legal, and Project teams.
• Leadership and Development
  • Lead, coach, and develop regulatory personnel through performance management and succession planning.
  • Manage consultants, budgets, and other resources supporting company projects and initiatives.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
• At least eight years of experience managing federal regulatory authorizations and agency relationships.
• Demonstrated experience supporting LNG facility development, construction, commissioning, startup, operational authorization, or expansion projects.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and professional staff with knowledge of LNG technical principles and project development practices.

Regulatory Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of FERC, PHMSA, USCG, DOE, and other federal and state requirements governing LNG facilities.
• Strong understanding of LNG facility design, construction, commissioning, operations, and associated regulatory frameworks.
• Experience preparing regulatory filings, agency correspondence, and supporting inspections, reviews, and approval processes.
• Proven ability to manage authorization conditions, regulatory commitments, and develop effective strategies in complex project environments.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate regulatory developments and implement strategies within complex operating environments.

Leadership and Professional Skills

• Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills.
• Strong strategic planning, project management, and organizational capabilities.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate across technical, operational, environmental, legal, and executive teams.
• Sound judgment and ability to balance regulatory requirements, project timelines, and business objectives while developing risk‑informed solutions.

Travel Requirements

Travel as needed for meetings with regulatory agencies, consultants, and other external stakeholders, including periodic travel to the project site in Brownsville, Texas.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment (computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets) and is primarily sedentary, though the incumbent must be able to stand or sit continuously for a full shift. Physical demands include the ability to lift up to 20 lb, handle files and boxes, bend, stand on a stool, climb as necessary, and wear required personal protective equipment.

Values

• Safety – Prioritizing the safety of people and communities.
• Integrity – Acting ethically, fairly, and openly.
• Honesty – Valuing truth, honoring commitments, and taking responsibility.
• Respect – Listening and respecting people, the environment, and communities.
• Transparency – Building trust through open communication.
• Diversity – Valuing diverse people, ideas, and cultural backgrounds.