Avangrid · 9 hours ago
Program Mgr - Environmental & Permitting
Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$113K/yr - $132K/yr
8+ years expAvangrid is a company focused on environmental management and compliance, and they are seeking a Program Manager for Environmental & Permitting. This role involves ensuring the Environmental Management System is established and maintained according to ISO 14001 standards, providing technical guidance, and ensuring compliance with environmental programs and policies across the organization.
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Responsibilities
Provide direction to AVANGRID Environmental & Permitting Regional Network Areas as the Environmental Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Support staff across multiple divisions/Operating Companies to ensure operating units are in compliance with all appropriate local, state and federal regulations
Perform annual review of environmental risks; report findings and develop action plans for high priority risks with AVANGRID Networks Compliance group
Lead the coordination and implementation of solutions/controls to address environmental compliance risks for AVANGRID
Manage Environmental management system compliance to support and ensure overall Company compliance with all applicable environmental, health, safety, industrial hygiene, and compliance training related laws, regulations, standards, license conditions and best management practices
Responsible for ensuring that the Environmental Management System is established, implemented, maintained and in process improvement in accordance with ISO 14001. Ensure Company compliance for: air pollution control, waste management, waste water discharges, chemical and oil propane handling and storage, PCB management, underground storage tanks, SPCC, RCRA, TSCA, and wetland management, etc
Implement Environmental Management System (ISO 14001 & 45001) requirements management system, health and safety policies/procedures, and all government regulations
Develop an Environmental Compliance Schedule to assist Site and Environmental & Permitting
Management with the evaluation, implementation, and training needed to comply with Environmental programs including but not limited to: Air Permits, SPDES Permits, Underground and Above Ground Storage Tanks, Emergency Planning and Community Response Act (EPCRA), Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC), Recycling Programs, Universal Waste (e.g., Batteries, Lamps, Pesticides, Mercury, e-Waste, Management of Used Oil, Chemical Donations, Expired and/or damaged chemical sales, Hazardous Waste
Manage AVANGRID Networks (RGE) environmental budget
Interfaces with Environmental consultants and subcontractors for studies, clean-ups, waste disposal, training etc
Represent the organization and participate on various industry associations or committees. Consult with external sources, colleagues and functional area experts to determine best practices and apply them in a cost-effective manner
Fosters benchmarking and integration within Avangrid OpCo’s environmental processes and procedures
Promotes efficiency of environmental processes by leveraging on available IT solutions
Partners with HR to ensure that the employees receive the environmental training they need to comply with the environmental requirements of their job
Reviews site inspections and company audits
Track, summarize, and plan improvements to the Company’s performance on environmental health and safety related matters
Defines environmental KPIs, Performs statistical analysis and modeling. Assists in preparing regulatory compliance reports to management
Establishes working relationships with union officials
Establish inclusive relationships with key leaders to promote positive safety and environmental culture
Act as a liaison for Iberdrola in Corporate initiatives that require local participation/contribution
Act as Environmental Spill Manager for NY during storm events; manage and coordinate oil spill remediation activities throughout the State while communicating regularly with NYSDEC
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree (EHS, Engineering, or Environmental Engineering preferred) with a minimum of eight years (8) relevant Environmental, Health, and Safety experience required
Professional Engineer license is preferred
Exceptional knowledge and understanding of pertinent federal, state and local regulatory codes including DOT, EPA, NYSDEC
Demonstrated media expertise in the environmental discipline
Knowledge of environmental state (NY) and federal regulations for utility industry
Knowledge of Environmental Management Systems including ISO 14001
Demonstrated project/program management skills including Highly developed skills for defining and prioritizing product / project features
Knowledge and experience with data systems including SAP, GIS, and SAI360
A clear understanding of the whole value chain and the key processes within each business
Ability to operate and positively influence at all levels in the organization and with external stakeholders
Ability to devise and implement practical solutions to complex and risk-based problems or challenges
Demonstrated track record of moving projects from concept to evaluation phase rapidly
Advanced problem solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
Able to analyze complex information, distill salient items and create appropriate action plans. Strong interpersonal, communication, organization and follow-through skills
Proficient technical writing & communication
Must be capable of using proactive interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all levels of employees within the company, as well as outside consultants/contractors
Ability to operate in multi-Opco, multi-union environments for both gas and electric
Willingness to obtain further certifications and ongoing education
Demonstrated ability to coordinate with industry professionals across the company
Formal EHS Certifications preferred (CSP, SMS, CHMM, ASP, CIH, or CUSP)
Experience in leading investigations regarding Environmental Compliance issues
Experience working with state and federal environmental regulatory agencies
40-Hour HAZWOPER OSHA, HAZMAT Technician, and / or HAZMAT
Ability to travel domestically routinely, up to 50%, and occasional international travel
Preferred
Specialist Training preferred
Experience with Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) preferred
Company
Avangrid
Avangrid, Inc.
Founded in 1997Orange, Connecticut, USA
5001-10000 employees
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