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ENGIE North America Inc. · 3 days ago

Environmental Advisor - Operations

Broomfield, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$99K/yr - $152K/yr

7+ years exp

ENGIE North America Inc. is leading the Zero-Carbon Transition by developing renewable energy solutions. The Environmental Advisor is responsible for ensuring environmental compliance for renewable energy projects and managing associated risks, while also overseeing the company's Environmental Management System and compliance programs.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy StorageGreen BuildingOil and GasPower GridRenewable Energy

No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversee adherence to all applicable environmental and permitting requirements for projects during operations, including maintaining records of approvals, documentation sent to regulatory authorities, and audit reports

Conduct environmental risk assessments through audits and due diligence for existing facilities, and develop proactive strategies to minimize risk based on monitoring program results

Implement and manage the company’s EMS program, including annual reviews of the North America Environmental Management System (ISO 14001-based) and Environmental Policy for Operations

Create and maintain the annual Environmental Compliance Audit Plan, master audit schedule, and tracking systems to monitor compliance across the fleet

Manage post-construction environmental survey requirements, communicate with State/Provincial and Federal agencies, and provide training on environmental legislation, rules, and best practices

Scope, contract, and oversee consultants and contractors for environmental and regulatory services. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to leverage expertise and deliver technical support for existing assets

Prepare environmental reporting documentation for head office in Paris and provide technical advice to senior legal counsel to accurately interpret regulatory requirements

Qualification

Environmental ComplianceEnvironmental Management SystemRegulatory EngagementEnvironmental Risk AssessmentU.S.Canadian LegislationTechnical ExpertiseProject ManagementPublic SpeakingInterpersonal SkillsWritten Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Environmental Science/Studies required

At least seven (7) years of operational and managerial experience in environmental compliance and business development within the energy sector, with strong project management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Deep knowledge of compliance strategies and processes for renewable energy assets, including familiarity with Tier II Reporting requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure plans

Expertise in U.S. and Canadian Federal, State/Provincial legislation, local bylaws, and policies governing renewable energy operations, emergency response, and remediation requirements

Experience with Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan compliance (including Notices of Termination), vegetation management for large solar sites, and post-construction monitoring programs related to birds, bats, wetlands, and wildlife preservation

Ability to interpret complex environmental regulations, develop compliance strategies, and apply technical knowledge to ensure adherence across diverse programs and assets

Exceptional verbal, written, interpersonal, and public speaking abilities for effective interaction with internal teams, external stakeholders, and regulatory agencies

Must be available to travel domestically / internationally up to 30% of the time, including the need for some overnight trips

Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license/clean driving record; for the ability to drive to site locations

Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Ability to work around and with hazardous chemicals, taking all required precautions to ensure evolutions are completed safely and without injury

Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and enter confined spaces as required to complete environmental audits and due diligence tasks

This position consists of 30% of outdoor work, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions

Preferred

Master's degree or equivalent professional license is a value add, but not required

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance

ESPP

Generous paid time off including wellness days

Holidays and leave programs

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match

Supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits