Senior Environmental Lawyer

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Job Overview
A prominent international law firm is seeking a Senior Environmental & Land Use Attorney to support Texas-based energy and infrastructure matters. This role is critical to advising on environmental compliance, permitting, and transactional risk in high-value renewable energy, infrastructure, and power development projects. The position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of legal innovation in areas such as carbon capture, hydrogen, and other energy transition technologies, while engaging closely with regulatory bodies, developers, and financial stakeholders.

Location

• Austin, TX

Duties

• Advise on environmental permitting and land use entitlements across Texas

• Engage with regulatory agencies such as TCEQ, RRC, and local municipal authorities

• Support permitting for air, water, wetlands, endangered species, UIC, and offshore activities

• Manage environmental impact assessments under NEPA and state/local programs

• Conduct environmental due diligence for project finance and M&A transactions

• Draft and negotiate environmental terms in financing and acquisition agreements

• Collaborate with lenders, sponsors, and project counsel on bankability and compliance

• Review and interpret Phase I/II ESAs, biological studies, and wetlands delineations

• Analyze title and survey reports for environmental restrictions and lender conditions

• Counsel on ESA compliance, conservation planning, and utility commission procedures

• Provide legal support for projects involving CCS, hydrogen, and carbon markets

• Advise on international and cross-border environmental compliance when applicable

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in environmental and land use law

• Deep familiarity with Texas regulatory frameworks and entitlement processes

• Experience advising on project permitting, environmental compliance, and real estate risk

• Background in supporting transactions involving energy or infrastructure assets

• Ability to lead environmental strategy within cross-functional legal teams

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in the U.S.

• Texas Bar admission preferred

Skills

• Expertise in environmental regulations (CERCLA, RCRA, NEPA, ESA) and permitting

• Strong contract drafting and negotiation capabilities for transactional matters

• Proficiency in analyzing technical environmental documentation and reports

• Skilled at identifying and mitigating environmental risks affecting development

• Excellent client communication and regulatory liaison abilities

• Knowledge of emerging energy technologies and sustainability policies

Benefits

• Fertility and family-forming support through Carrot Fertility

• $2,500 vacation award for attorneys meeting billable thresholds

• Health and wellness perks including:

  • Complimentary Peloton app access

  • Lyra Health (8 annual therapy/coaching sessions)

  • Spot Pet Insurance

• Business development reimbursement for client-related activities

• Executive coaching for attorneys with 250+ BD hours annually

• 8 hours of paid time annually for pro bono or community service

• $50,000 referral bonus for successful lateral attorney hires

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Choice of three medical plans

  • Dental and vision coverage

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Pre-tax HSA and FSA options

  • 401(k) plan with potential profit-sharing

• Paid time off plan includes:

  • Minimum of 20 PTO days (based on tenure and role)

  • 14 weeks of paid parental leave

  • 11 paid holidays per year

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306