Environmental Compliance & Permitting Specialist

Duties

• Manage environmental compliance programs such as waste management and soil spoils management.
• Responds to spills from UI owned electrical equipment including coordination with environmental spill response / remediation contractors.
• Conduct all required regulatory reporting for spills from UI owned electrical equipment.
• Manage environmental permitting efforts on large and small-scale utility projects.
• Aid in coordinating the work for all aspects of project development, including outside consultant deliverables (monitor task completion, applicability to regulatory requirements, assist in scheduling and drafting product reviews).
• Provide overall support to the project teams to ensure timely preparation of acceptable license and permit application material and completion of implementation and compliance activities.
• Prepare and/or review sections of various licensing and implementation documents under the supervision of leadership.
• Aid in preparation of responses to regulatory agencies and the public and prepare responses where appropriate.
• Provide technical support for managing data and documents pertinent to stakeholder communication, project schedules, licensing issues, studies and expenditures.
• Work with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies throughout the permitting process.
• Review environmental regulatory correspondence, subcontractor reports and permit applications.
• Review stream/wetland/vernal pool surveys and delineations following in accordance with USACE guidance.

Responsibilities

• Thorough knowledge of waste management including Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) regulations including DEEP's Release-Based Cleanup Program.
• Knowledge of, project siting and regulatory compliance. Direct with the utility industry is a plus.
• Knowledge of regulatory and statutory requirements, including but not limited to Connecticut Siting Council for transmission line and generation construction, stream, wetland, and stormwater regulations.
• Writing and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Effective problem-solving skills with ability to obtain, research and analyze data; draw inferences; and make recommendations to provide guidance to the project teams; provide guidance to junior staff.
• 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.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of waste management including Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) regulations including DEEP's Release-Based Cleanup Program.
• Knowledge of, project siting and regulatory compliance. Direct with the utility industry is a plus.
• Knowledge of regulatory and statutory requirements, including but not limited to Connecticut Siting Council for transmission line and generation construction, stream, wetland, and stormwater regulations.
• Writing and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Effective problem-solving skills with ability to obtain, research and analyze data; draw inferences; and make recommendations to provide guidance to the project teams; provide guidance to junior staff.
• 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.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Minimum BS in Environmental Engineering, Science, Ecology, Biology, or related science.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in environmental compliance, project permitting, wetland delineation, jurisdictional determinations of freshwater wetlands and streams. Experience in utility project experience a plus.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations related to environmental compliance, wetlands, stream and protected species.
• Familiarity with Erosion and Sediment Control, Best Management Practices.
• Experience with Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan, stormwater management, and waste characterization.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

Flexible Work Schedule
Health/Dental Insurance
401k Plan with Employer Match
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long Term Disability
Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off
Leadership Development Program
Fitness Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Wellness Program
Team Building Events
Community Service Events

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