Manager Environmental Compliance And Strategy

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Manager, Environmental Compliance and Strategy
The candidate will develop and implement environmental survey and permitting strategies for a portfolio of wind and solar projects in various stages of development, construction, and operations. Manage internal and external environmental compliance processes that require regular communication with the project team and third parties, and the development of a complete and organized project record. Oversee the development of necessary documents for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and federal and state policies and guidance during project siting, construction, and operations. Lead federal and state regulatory agency consultation and eNGO outreach. Prepare or review technical reports. Reports typically include but are not limited to: habitat evaluations, vegetation management plans, desktop environmental screenings, threatened/endangered/sensitive species surveys, wetland delineations, avian and bat use surveys, and post-construction monitoring studies. Review the environmental sections of local and state siting/special use permit applications. Lead on the development and review of water resource and threatened/endangered species permit applications. Conduct environmental due diligence for development and acquisition opportunities. Prepare project marketing materials in response to customer RFPs. Guide environmental compliance for projects transitioning from development through construction, including the preparation for civil construction activities and oversight of an environmental compliance monitor throughout the 12+ months of construction. Identify and communicate project needs, schedules, and issues across project support teams and to supervisory management. Work collaboratively and efficiently with internal teams and external parties (e.g., consultants) to execute project work on schedule, and develop strategies to address environmental-related issues. Participate in regional and national initiatives, symposia, conferences, and industry groups as needed to achieve Company objectives. Experience and expertise interpreting federal and state environmental laws (ESA, NEPA, CWA), guidelines, and policies, and developing project strategies for compliance with the same. Should have 3+ years in the renewable energy or similar industry with direct experience managing responsibilities similar to those listed above. Must be self-directed and detail-oriented, with the ability and desire to work effectively in a team environment. Able to act and adapt to a fast-paced business environment with competing deadlines, and quickly learn and implement internal processes. Strong attention to detail, assuring documents and communications are concise and accurate. Advanced degree in biological science/natural resources/environmental policy or environmental law degree preferred.

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